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Lot #392
Erich Raeder

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Commander in Chief of the Navy, 1937, although not a devoted Nazi. Made Grand Admiral in 1939, and served until military differences forced Hitler to retire him in 1943. Convicted at Nuremberg and sentenced to life imprisonment, released in 1955 due to poor health and died in 1960. DS, in German, signed “Raeder,” one page, 10 x 14, April 28, 1941. Military citation issued to Ulrich Hollenbach, signed at the conclusion in black ink. In fine condition, with a few light creases and wrinkles, a mild shade of toning, and opening stroke of signature over embossed seal. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #335 - Ended July 16, 2008