D-Day: The Tide Turns
9. Katastrophe
Jul 24, 2024
Explore the chaos of D-Day from the German perspective with Field Marshal Rommel celebrating his wife's birthday far from Normandy. Witness Hitler's slumber amidst the Allies' arrival and the scramble of Nazi leaders to wake him. Delve into the contrasting strategies of Rommel and von Rundstedt, the challenges of coordinating with Hitler, and the German response to radar intelligence during the invasion.
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- Field Marshal Rommel excels in military strategy and personal relationships.
- Hitler's detachment and conflicting military strategies hinder German response on D-Day.
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Rommel's Contradictions: Family Man and Military Commander
Field Marshal Erwin Rommel balances being a dedicated family man with his role as a strategic military mastermind. Despite his success as the Desert Fox in commanding the Africa Corps and his meticulous preparation along the Normandy coastline, Rommel's devotion to his wife Lucy and son Manfred is evident through personal gestures like handpicking unique birthday presents.
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