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Adolf Hitler signed document, composed upon his personal Berlin stationery, with ''Der Fuhrer'' at upper left. Dated 30 January 1936, Hitler promotes Philipp Bouhler to the position of Head Group Leader, or ''Obergruppenfuhrer'', the highest commissioned rank in the SS at that time. Bouhler was one of the first members (#12) of the Nazi party and one of the leaders of the Beer Hall Putsch in 1923, when Hitler and his cohorts attempted to overthrow the Bavarian government by gunpoint. Bouhler would ultimately be appointed as one of the few Reichsleiters and as Chief of the Chancellery for Hitler where he led the infamous T4 program. Document measures 7.375'' x 9.675'', accompanied by a sheet of German stamps bearing Hitler's image. Light discoloration and creasing, overall in near fine condition with a dark and clear signature. With a COA from R.M. Smythe.
Adolf Hitler Document Signed as ''Der Fuhrer'' -- Hitler Promotes Early Nazi Leader Philipp Bouhler to the SS Rank of Obergruppenfuhrer
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