Embarking on a journey to the Western Front of World War II, our mission was to uncover and document the remnants of the past. We ventured into the Battle of the Bulge area, a place rich with historical significance, where American soldiers once defended their positions amid a dense pine forest.

Discoveries Amidst the Forest

Our exploration began in a forest that was alive with history. Scattered throughout were numerous foxholes, evidence of the fierce battles fought here.

As we set up our gear and began metal detecting, the excitement of what lay beneath the surface grew.

The first significant find was an American coffee ration bag. The bag, still clearly marked as a "soluble coffee product" from Nescafé, was a tangible reminder of the daily life of soldiers who fought in this area. Nearby, we uncovered several Belgian wartime coins, suggesting that soldiers might have lost or discarded their currency while on the move.

Artifacts from the American Front

Digging through the foxholes revealed a variety of artifacts.

Among them were American M1 Garand shell casings, orange juice powder, and additional wartime coins. Each item told a part of the story of the soldiers who once occupied this land.

One particularly intriguing find was a blackout cap, likely used to cover a taillight on a military vehicle to avoid detection at night. Another exciting discovery was a U.S. Army razor, marked "U.S.A.," which was found intact and still shiny after careful cleaning.

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