The Rommel Myth

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  • Premiered: Nov 2002
  • Episodes: 3
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Season 1
1x1
The Warrior
Episode overview
Air date
Nov 11, 2002
On the 15th of February 1941, a German fighting unit arrived in Tripoli, Libya. Their commander was about to become famous. Soon millions were familiar with these early pictures from the North African theatre of war.
1x2
The Loser
Episode overview
Air date
Nov 18, 2002
In Berlin on the 2nd of October 1942, Rommel was presented with the Field Marshal’s baton by Hitler. Rommel appeared to be a loyal follower of the regime - but appearances were deceptive. He no longer believed victory was possible in North Africa.
1x3 Show finale
The Conspirator
Episode overview
Air date
Nov 25, 2002
On the 18th of October 1944, the funeral of Field Marshall Erwin Rommel took place in Ulm, near Stuttgart. Hitler made it into a state occasion: Rommel’s death was staged for propaganda.In fact Hitler had had Rommel murdered - for high treason.

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