[Jeff Chandler]

Hitler's plan depended on speed. His goal was to retake Antwerp and encircle the Allies. He thought that this would cause disputes among the Allies, fracturing their coalition. This would buy him time to develop his advanced weaponry, muster more troops, and face the Russians with the full force of his troops.

By standing their ground against the German troops, the American troops, though largely green, accomplished the task of disrupting Hitler's timetable for the offensive, which destroyed his hope for victory.

In other words, slowing down the offensive was an effective strategy.

[Destro]

again - you are arguing something else - I was talking about Ike's plan after the German's offensive was stopped and the Allies plans for a counter attack.