Rommel

The Panzer issue, the dilemma over the correct positioning of the German Panzer units, played a crucial role in the outcome of D-day.

Erwin Rommel, 'The Desert Fox', was a German field marshal who played an important role during World War II in North Africa and Normandy.

The Landing Place issue was of great importance to the Allied but especially to the German High Command as it could determine the outcome.