[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, June 10, 1902]
Description:
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz, aboard the USS Indiana (BB-1), describes sleeping in a hammock and the crowded conditions aboard ship. He mentions there is a band aboard ship that plays concerts every morning and evening. Nimitz expresses relief to have his plebe year completed. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.
Date:
June 10, 1902
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
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Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation