The Battle of the Bulge, fought in the winter of 1944-1945, was significant for several reasons. It was Germany's last major offensive on the Western Front, aimed at splitting Allied forces and capturing Antwerp. Although the Germans achieved initial surprise, the resilience of American troops and the eventual Allied counteroffensive led to a decisive German defeat. This victory exhausted German resources and accelerated the Allied advance into Germany, contributing significantly to the end of World War II in Europe.