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“In view of my services in Africa, I have the chance of dying by poison. Two generals have brought it with them. It is fatal in three seconds. If I take the poison, none of the usual steps will be taken against my family; that is, against you. They will also leave my staff alone.”

Quote by Erwin Rommel

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Erwin Rommel
Erwin Rommel

German military leader known as the 'Desert Fox' for his exceptional command abilities in the North African theater during World War II. He served as the commander of the German Afrika Korps and achieved significant military successes. On October 14, 1944, Rommel was executed by the Nazi government on suspicion of involvement in an assassination attempt on Hitler. more

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