jul 20, 1949 - As a Field Marshall in the Wehrmacht, Erwin Rommel differed from other generals by staying close to the front and using surprising new tactics to his advantage while treating POWS with dignity. Erwin Rommel was born on Nov. 15 1891 to his parents Erwin and Helene Rommel. Erwin entered military service in July 1910. As an instructor, his teachings were collected into a book called Infantry Attacks. He became a field Marshall in June 1942 and led many successful missions. On Oct. 14 1944 Rommel took
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