Lot 1133
Rommel, Erwin (1891-1944), German Field Marshal, legendary World War II "Panzer" tank commander in North Africa, forced to commit suicide after being implicated in the plot to assassinate Hitler. Typed Letter Signed on "Panzerarmee Afrika/der Oberbefehlshaber" letterhead, one page, 8¼ x 11¾ Africa, March 29, 1942. To Major General Jakobi. An optimistic Rommel writes:
"Dear Jakobi!
Regarding your letter from January, which reached me only now, I was entirely pleased. Your concerns at that time have become entirely void, the position on our theatre was completely changed by the reconquest of Cyrenaika. Our brave boys struck back at the enemy after very hard fighting. I am particularly proud at this point in time that the Panzer Army will further their contribution to the Final Victory which they will accomplish in the future.
Regarding the East (Russia) we followed there the unprecedented achievements with the same interest with which one looks from there to Africa. We all expect, with passionate hearts for our troops in the East, the Final Victory in this year.
I wish you, dear Jakobi, back again everything good and much soldierly luck.
With the best wishes and
Heil Hitler!
Rommel"
With original uncensored envelope showing "Feldpost" c.d.s. (1.4.42) in violet, letter folded in quarters, Very Fine.
Estimate 2,000 - 3,000
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