Wreckage and rubble in Bastogne, Belgium, after World War II siege there

The transcript describes the defense of Bastogne during World War II, where Allied forces held the city against German attacks for five days. Despite the Germans creating a 60-mile bulge in the line, the Allies successfully stopped the offensive on December 26, marking a turning point in the war with their victory in the Battle of the Bulge.

What city did the Allies defend for five days?

What were the odds against which the Allies defended?

What did the Allies prevent the Germans from pressing on to?

What significant event occurred on December 26?

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Bulge?