What was von Rundstedt's stance on withdrawing from Rostov in 1941?
Supported it
Opposed it
Was indifferent
Was unaware
Answer
Von Rundstedt supported the withdrawal from Rostov in 1941 due to the harsh weather conditions and the overextended supply lines. He believed that holding on to Rostov would be a costly mistake and that the German forces would be better served by pulling back to more defensible positions. Hitler, however, overruled Rundstedt and ordered him to hold the city, leading to the disastrous Battle of Rostov.
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