German field Marshall, nicknamed The Desert Fox for his tactical genius as Commander of the Afrika Korps. In 1944 he was implicated in a plot to assassinate Hitler; given the choice of suicide or trial, he took poison. DS, in German, signed in pencil “Rommel,” one page, 8.25 x 11, Oberkommando der Panzerarmee letterhead, March 30, 1942. Untranslated document regarding a soldier up for commendation for the Iron Cross, first class. Neatly signed at the conclusion by Rommel. In fine condition, with two punch holes to left side. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
