The Forgotten Battle: When American Soldiers Fought Side by Side with German Prisoners

In the final chaotic days of World War II, one of the most unbelievable alliances in military history took place — and almost no one ever heard about it.

On May 5th, 1945, inside a medieval fortress in the Austrian Alps known as Castle Itter, American soldiers and German Wehrmacht troops joined forces to defend a group of French prisoners against a fanatical SS assault.

This was the only battle in history where Americans and Germans fought together as allies.
It was a fight born not from politics or loyalty, but from honor, humanity, and courage.

In this powerful episode of War Chronicles, we uncover the forgotten story of the Battle for Castle Itter —
a battle that shattered every rule of war, revealed the moral chaos of Nazi Germany’s collapse, and proved that even in humanity’s darkest hour, decency could still triumph.

⚔️ Featuring:

Rare insights into the collapse of the Third Reich

The untold heroism of Major Josef Gangl and Captain John C. Lee

Real historical analysis mixed with emotional narration and archival accuracy
🎥 This is not just a war story — it’s a lesson about choices, courage, and the thin line between enemies and brothers.

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