How Erwin Rommel Earned Germany’s Highest Honor, as a Mere Lieutenant!

 Gabe Christy

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Erwin Rommel was undoubtedly one of the finest generals of the Second World War, his strategic mind and patient approach led his men to victory after victory early in the war. But, while his fame and glory came as a General and Field Marshal, it was as a Lieutenant in the First World War that he earned his greatest honor.