Erwin Rommel vs Jaswant Singh of Marwar

Rommel commanded the 7th Panzer Division during the invasion of France. His division advanced rapidly, earning the nickname 'Ghost Division' for its speed and surprise attacks. The campaign resulted in the capture of French forces and the fall of France.

Rommel's Afrika Korps besieged the Australian and British garrison at Tobruk. Despite repeated assaults, the garrison held out for 240 days, tying down German forces and preventing Rommel from advancing into Egypt.

Rommel launched an offensive against British forces at Gazala, outflanking the British line and capturing Tobruk. The victory was Rommel's greatest, earning him promotion to Field Marshal, but it overextended his supply lines.

Rommel's Afrika Korps attacked British defensive positions at El Alamein but failed to break through. The battle halted the German advance into Egypt and marked the beginning of the Axis retreat in North Africa.

Rommel was implicated in the July 20 plot to assassinate Hitler. Given the choice between a public trial and suicide with a state funeral, Rommel chose suicide. He was forced to take cyanide, and his death was officially reported as a heart attack.

Jaswant Singh of Marwar fought on the side of Dara Shikoh against Aurangzeb at the Battle of Dharmat. The battle was part of the Mughal war of succession. Jaswant Singh's forces were defeated, leading to Aurangzeb's rise to power.

Jaswant Singh was appointed Governor of Gujarat by Emperor Aurangzeb. He served in this administrative role, managing the province's affairs. His tenure was marked by efforts to maintain order and collect revenue.

Jaswant Singh led a Mughal military campaign in the Deccan against the Maratha king Shivaji. The campaign aimed to suppress Maratha resistance. Jaswant Singh's forces had limited success, and the conflict continued.

Jaswant Singh opposed Aurangzeb's interference in the succession of the Marwar throne after his death. He had adopted a son, but Aurangzeb refused to recognize him. This led to a prolonged conflict between Marwar and the Mughals.