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Summary: First-hand account of military legend
Review: Rommel's papers provide his first-hand account of the war, with a focus on defensive preparations for the defense of the coast. This book is invaluable for military history, WWII and especially for anyone with a particular interest in Rommel. Although many of his papers were deliberately destroyed in the midst of the July 20th plot, as Rommel was involved in it, his extant papers relay enough information on how he viewed the defense of France in 1944, for which he was responsible. Definitely recommended!
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Summary: Great Man, Great Warrior
Review: The Rommel Papers is an excellent read. It gives inside accounts of war. His letters are amazing. It touches greatly on the human side of this man. Character is something this man had plenty of. Highly recommended!
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Summary: Great Man, Great Warrior
Review: The Rommel Papers is an excellent read. It gives inside accounts of war. His letters are amazing. It touches greatly on the human side of this man. Character is something this man had plenty of. Highly recommended!
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Summary: A window into the daily life of a brilliant FeldMarschall
Review: This book gives a day by day account from the 7th Panzer divisions blitz through France to the oven like atmoshphere of the North African deserts. Giving an insightful view of Rommels thoughts on specific days of battle, with explanations for his actions whether they were correct or catastrophic. Also demonstrates the behind the scene problems a General has to deal with in order to be effective. One of the best books I've ever read written about one of the best military strategist to ever practice the operational art of war.
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Summary: A worthy read
Review: This book greatly fueled my interest in the African theatre of World War II. Well-written and easy to follow, maps are provided when necessary to help the reader fully understand the land and troop movements/concentrations. The Rommel Papers gave me a greater understanding of not only Rommel the soldier, but also Rommel as a man. The hardships and difficulties facing Rommel and his troops are thoroughly described in this excellent work. Also, this book made me better understand why the Allied invasion of France in 1944 was so successful.
My only disappointment is that there could have been more. As with Patton, a longer life would have allowed Rommel to write a greater account. Nevertheless, the Rommel Papers is well worth your time.
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Summary: IN THE FIRST LINE OF BATTLE
Review: This book is amazing.It is quite difficult to find memoirs with this literary style, it is honest and direct. Erwin Rommel is so convincing that you can imagine yourself in the command vehicle. It also gives an extraordinary overview of the day to day problems in commanding and the relationship among soldiers and politicians to conduct the war. You can not skip this book, excellent from tactical, strategical, historical and human point of view. It is not only military history but also the thoughts of an extraordinary man.
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Summary: Rewarding Book, A Must Read for Students of Warfare
Review: This book is an excellent account of Rommel, his leadership and his tactics.Rarely do you get the ability to go into the mind of a commander at war. Usually those writings that come out are clouded by the overall victory or defeat. Rommel's early death prevented that. His notes allow you get into what he was thinking, often on the days of the battles. What impact does the 'fog of war' have on troops and units when the shooting starts? How do you get the enemy to react to you? This book is a treasure indeed. The lessons he learned apply today as well. I found his reviews of the battles; actually explained much of what occurred in the Persian Gulf War. The Allies may have read this book; I feel the Iraqi's may not have. Those who fight in next war in the desert will face similar constraints. Students of maneuver warfare, armor officers or anyone who may have to do battle in the desert will get much from this book. Some books you read and discard. This is a keeper in my library.
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Summary: Thick Pages, Thick With Information
Review: This book leaves you selfishly sorry that Rommel's life ended at Hitler's hand before he was able to compile and publish a complete memoire. Liddel-Harts editorials, while at times do help to tie events together, sometimes come across as almost annoying, as if while listening to Rommel speak, someone suddenly interrupts in mid sentence. I also wholeheartedly agree with another reviewer that his comments often come across as almost whining and nit-picking about who deserves credit for what. (Americans or British) While US Grant's and WT Shermans memoires, though fastinating, often drag on with tedious logistical information, Rommel reads more for the layman, packing intensity and excitment and suprising praise for his enemies.
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Summary: Insightful...
Review: This book provides excellent insight for anyone wanting an inside look at the battles Rommel fought. The book is surprisingly objective as Rommel examines both his successes and failures. for the most part he accepts his failures and tries to learn from them by writing them down, without bias. This is an important lesson to anyone who reads the book, accepting the consequences of their actions. The editor also adds his own comments and summarizations which add to the value of the book.
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Summary: Great review of the events of WWII by a Great Armor Officer
Review: This book takes you through the events of World War II using the unedited writing of General Rommel. Hart does a great job of insuring the thoughts of Rommel are preserved. The hard bound version of this book, has chalk drawing of Rommels battle plans.
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