Erwin Rommel's Involvement In World War II

Every general involved in World War II is remembered for something. Whether they made a huge impact or a minor impact, each General has caused some sort of reaction. Each General is unique and is remembered, whether they did something positive, negative, or even both. Erwin Rommel was known as one of Germany’s most popular general. Rommel is remembered for his many victories but also his many tragedies and defeats. Erwin Rommel’s life started November 15, 1891 in Heidenheim, Germany. Rommel’s father was a teacher, his mother was the daughter of a senior official. He chose a military career for himself, despite the absence of military in his family. In 1916, Rommel married Lucia Maria Mollin, but developed Rommel relations with Walburga

He served in World War I as a Lieutenant and was recognized for his leadership abilities. He taught military academies and educated many on infantry strategy. In 1939,World War II broke out. Rommel was appointed commander of the Seventh Panzer Division. As commander of the Seventh Panzer Division, he played an impactful role on Germany’s drive of success across France in 1940. Adolf Hitler appointed Rommel leader of the German divisions dispatched to Libya. Rommel was a great military leader bringing much success and achievement. However he was often criticized for lacking strategic sense, and was told he didn't use logic. This didn't mean much to Rommel for his passion for battle and success was much more important to him. Just three months after Hitler appointed him, he won back most of the territories that had invaded by the Italians during the Allies’ winter drive. He obtained the nickname Desert Fox, for his sneaky ways of carrying out surprise

As he stated “and, may I say across the havoc of war, a great general.”(Churchill). This created much confidence in regard to his military skill as Rommel was the center of attention in Germany. He believed the winner was the one that gained the most publicity as he once states, “In a man-to-man fight, the winner is he who has one more round in his magazine.” (Rommel). He loved publicity and propaganda made him seem to be the battlefield hero. His years of history were made public as he was used as a propaganda machine, seen on every poster and advertisement in the nation. A British aircraft attacked Rommel’s car, leaving Rommel with serious head injuries. On July 20th, there was an attempt to murder Hitler. Conspirators were taken and questioned, revealing Rommel’s involvement. During the attack on Hitler, Rommel was in the hospital recovering from the attack led on him. Hitler sent two generals to give Rommel the choice of suicide or trial, Rommel chose suicide. On October 14th, 1944 Rommel took his own life using a lethal dose of poison. He was buried with military