Erwin Rommel - Wikipedia
Johannes Erwin Eugen Rommel (pronounced [ˈɛʁviːn ˈʁɔməl] ⓘ; 15 November 1891 – 14 October 1944), popularly known as The Desert Fox (German: Wüstenfuchs, pronounced [ˈvyːstn̩ˌfʊks] ⓘ), was a German Generalfeldmarschall (field marshal) during World War II.
Erwin Rommel | Biography, Death, & Facts | Britannica
2024年11月11日 · In the North African theatre of war, the “Desert Fox,” as he came to be called by both friend and foe because of his audacious surprise attacks, acquired a formidable reputation, and soon Hitler, impressed by such successes, promoted him to field marshal.
Erwin Rommel ‑ Biography, Facts & Death - HISTORY
2009年10月29日 · Rommel’s speedy surprise attacks drew awe and praise even from his enemies, and his nickname, “Desert Fox,” became widely used among British soldiers as well as German ones.
The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel - Wikipedia
The Desert Fox is a 1951 American biographical war film from 20th Century Fox about the role of German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel in World War II. It stars James Mason in the title role, was directed by Henry Hathaway, and was based on the book Rommel: The Desert Fox by Brigadier Desmond Young, who served in the British Indian Army in North Africa.
Erwin Rommel - Facts, History, Death | Holocaust Encyclopedia
In February 1941, Rommel took command of German forces in North Africa. There, he earned the nickname the “Desert Fox.” A wily and aggressive commander, he achieved stunning victories, but he was hobbled by his shortcomings in logistics and by the increasing power of Allied troops. By 1943, the Allies defeated Rommel’s troops in Africa.
Erwin Rommel - Death, Hitler & Germany - Biography
2014年4月2日 · Famed for leading his army from the front rather than the rear, as most generals did, for a time, Rommel enjoyed an unbroken string of successes, and earned the nickname the "Desert Fox" for...
Erwin Rommel - World History Encyclopedia
2024年9月13日 · Known as the 'Desert Fox' for his daring tactics, Rommel was obliged to commit suicide when suspected of involvement in the plot to kill the leader of Nazi Germany Adolf Hitler (1889-1945). Early Life
How Erwin Rommel became The Desert Fox - Imperial War …
Rommel's first offensive in North Africa earned him the nickname The Desert Fox – But how did he pull it off? How did the British stop him? And was Rommel’s reputation deserved? To find out, we first need to understand why Rommel was in Africa in the first place.
Erwin Rommel: The Desert Fox and His Legacy in World War II
German commander Erwin Rommel, also called the “Desert Fox,” served in World Wars I and II. His ability to transport soldiers swiftly and covertly over the desert during the North African Campaign of World War II garnered his reputation.
Erwin Rommel - Military.com
2017年1月19日 · Johannes Erwin Eugen Rommel was a senior German Army officer during World War II and was popularly known as the Desert Fox.