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, signed 'Rommel,' one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Kommando Der Panzergruppe Afrika letterhead, November 30, 1941. Rommel nominates two soldiers for the Iron Cross, Second Class. Signed at the bottom in pencil by Rommel. In fine condition, with two punch holes to left edge. RRAuction COA.
