German field marshal 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. Vintage 3.25 x 5.5 Hoffmann three-quarter length postcard photo of Rommel holding an elaborate ceremonial baton, signed in fountain pen, “Rommel.” In fine condition, with a bit of light adhesion trouble to a couple strokes of signature. R&R COA.
