German military officer (1887–1973) regarded as one of the Nazis’ most skillful and successful field commanders. Tried in Hamburg for war crimes in 1949, he was sentenced to 18 years in prison (reduced to 12), served four years, and later became a military advisor to the West German government. ANS in German, signed “v. Manstein,” on the reverse of a 4.25 x 5 engraving titled “Ansbach Schloss—Eingang,” no date. An untranslated message. Removably presented on a collector’s sheet with historical information, a vintage Russian military propaganda postcard, a triangular Russian fieldpost lettersheet, and a postcard image of Manstein. In fine condition. R&R COA.
