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Lot #475
Erich Raeder

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Commander in Chief of the Navy, 1937, although not a devoted Nazi. Made Grand Admiral in 1939, and served until military differences forced Hitler to retire him in 1943. Convicted at Nuremberg and sentenced to life imprisonment, released in 1955 due to poor health and died in 1960. Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 Hoffmann postcard photo, signed in fountain pen, 'Raeder,' adding his rank underneath. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light silvering and surface marks. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #285 - Ended May 19, 2004