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Lot #517
Erwin Rommel

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German field marshal (1891–1944) who earned the sobriquet “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 a trial, he ended his own life with poison. DS in German, signed “Rommel” in black crayon, one page, 8.25 x 8.75, no date. A memo announcing the birth of a son named Adolf to Captain Freiherr von Epp. In fine condition, with mild toning and handling wear. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #338 - Ended October 15, 2008