Decorated German World War I ace (1893–1946) who rose through the Nazi ranks to become head of the Luftwaffe and one of Hitler’s most trusted associates. While in his Nuremberg prison cell awaiting his sentence of death by hanging, Göring committed suicide with a cyanide capsule. Calligraphic DS, in German, one page, 10 x 14, June 30, 1943. A certificate promoting Hans Rehder to the rank of Regierungsoberinspector as a part of the Vierjahresplan (Four-Year Plan). The document bears a large blind-embossed seal at lower left. Accompanied by an unsigned vintage typescript detailing the chronology of Rehder’s military service. A hint of very subtle soiling, small creases, and paperclip impression, all confined to margins, otherwise fine, clean condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
