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Panzer rollen in Afrika vor


"Panzer rollen in Afrika vor" is a German military march characterized by its powerful and stirring melody. The title translates to "Tanks Roll in Africa," and the song was composed during World War II. It was frequently used as a propaganda tool by Nazi Germany to boost morale and rally support for their military campaigns in North Africa. The composer of the march is unknown, but it was performed by various military bands during the war. One notable aspect is its association with the Africa campaign led by Field Marshal Erwin Rommel, known as the "Desert Fox." The melody features bold brass instrumentation and driving percussion, evoking a sense of triumph and determination often associated with military marches.

Panzer rollen in Afrika vor - Tradicional Alemã

d d d g f# a g a b
C C C C b a g f# e d
d d d d g f# a g a b
a a g f# e f# g a g f# e d

d g b g a d
d a D C b
g a b a g f# g a b
C C C b g a g f# g

d g b b b b b b b
C b a g
d g b b b b b b
a b C# D D D D D D
b a b g a d d d
b b b b a g a b C
b a g f# g a g f# e f# a C
b b b a g a g f# g