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. DS, signed “Rommel” in pencil, one page both sides, 8.25 x 11.5, October 8, 1941. Rommel authorizes the awarding of the Distinguished Service Cross to three named military personnel. Accompanied by an unsigned color photo. In fine condition, with usual filing holes and light toning, a few tiny edge tears, and slight trimming to edges. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
