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, boldly signed in blue pencil “Rommel,” one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Kommando Der Panzergruppe letterhead, November 30, 1941. General Rommel nominates two soldiers for the Iron Cross, First Class. Signed at the conclusion in blue pencil by Rommel. In fine condition, with two punch holes to left edge. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
