Greetings Card : Rommel Letter, Bir Hakim
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Rommel Letter, Bir Hakim
BIR-HAKEIM : message sent by Rommel to the Free French forces, inviting them to surrender (which they choose not to do, instead inflicting a serious defeat on the enemy) Date: 3 June 1943
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Media ID 14289455
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1943 Choose Defeat Enemy Forces Free Inviting Letter Message Operations Rommel Surrender
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the rich history of World War II with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Greetings Cards. This design features the iconic 'Rommel Letter, Bir Hakim,' a powerful image of a historical moment. Dated June 3, 1943, this card showcases the letter sent by Field Marshal Erwin Rommel to the Free French forces, inviting them to surrender. The courageous decision of the Free French forces to reject Rommel's offer and instead inflict a significant defeat on the enemy is a testament to their resilience and determination. Share this inspiring piece of history with your loved ones and make every greeting card a memorable occasion.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph depicts a letter sent by the renowned German military commander, Erwin Rommel, to the Free French forces under the command of General Georges Catroux during the Battle of Bir Hakeim in North Africa on June 3, 1943. The letter, now a symbol of French resistance during World War II, invited the Free French forces to surrender in the face of the advancing Axis forces. However, the tenacious and determined French soldiers, who were heavily outnumbered, chose to hold their ground and defend their position instead. The Battle of Bir Hakeim was a pivotal moment in the African Campaign of World War II, as it marked the first major defeat for Rommel's Afrika Korps. The battle took place in the inhospitable desert terrain of Tunisia and lasted for several weeks, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The Free French forces, despite their numerical disadvantage, managed to inflict significant damage on the Axis forces, ultimately forcing them to retreat. This letter, a testament to the resilience and bravery of the Free French forces, is a significant historical artifact that continues to inspire courage and determination. The Battle of Bir Hakeim not only marked a turning point in the African Campaign but also boosted the morale of the Allied forces and demonstrated the importance of perseverance and resistance in the face of adversity.
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