The Battle of the Bulge affected troop morale on both sides Causing despair among German forces.

The Battle of the Bulge had a profound effect on troop morale for both sides. For the Germans, the initial success of the surprise offensive boosted their morale, but as the battle progressed and they encountered fierce Allied resistance, morale began to plummet. The failure to break through the Allied lines, combined with severe logistical problems like fuel shortages and the overwhelming Allied counteroffensive, led to despair among German troops. Many realized that this was likely their last chance to turn the tide of the war, and its failure was devastating.
For the Allies, the battle-tested their resolve, but ultimately, their successful defense and counteroffensive significantly boosted morale. The Allies knew that this was Germany’s last major attempt to win in the West, and their victory in the battle accelerated the collapse of the Nazi regime.