German admiral who commanded the German navy during World War II, and who executed the surrender to the Allies on May 7, 1945. He was later sentenced to ten years’ imprisonment at Nuremberg trials. Souvenir typescript of the “Announcement to the German People, May 1, 1945,” 7 x 9, signed in blue ink at the bottom, “Dönitz.” In fine condition. R&R COA.
