Part 8/16:

Rommel’s Frontline Dilemmas and Strategic Disagreements

Back at the front, Rommel’s position was increasingly precarious. He encountered conflicting opinions from his commanders, notably Crüwell, who urged Rommel to redirect forces to bolster the Tobruk siege, believing the front-line struggle in the west was less critical. Rommel, however, remained committed to his bold approach—aiming to destroy the British on the frontier first, dismissing Crüwell’s advice as too cautious.