Transcription of 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.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz answers a few questions and then relates his current standing in his classes.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz indicates that a one dollar a month allowance should be sufficient while at the Academy. He also intends to get his new dress jacket before having his photo made. He also mentions his feet are feeling better and that his class has two lessons a day aboard the training ship Chesapeake. He also mentions being vaccinated. Nimitz also mentions looking forward to the Army-Navy football game in Philadelphia later in the year and expresses relief at learning to sail cutters instead of having to row. He closes by indicating he has his textbooks but no time to study.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his anticipation of going on the summer cruise in June and being able to come home during September.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz describes how cadet efficiency is measured at the Academy. He also mentions that Prince Henry of Prussia visited the Academy.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz indicates he is not in need of funds and has plenty of clothing. He also relates information about his weekly grades and his standing. Nimitz describes a rowing competition and anticipates more German naval cadets and another prince to visit the Academy.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz indicates he will send more photographs home as well as a "Lucky Bag" in the form of a USNA yearbook. He mentions being ready for the term to end and is looking forward to the summer cruise.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions graduation week activities, which included President Theodore Roosevelt distributing diplomas. Nimitz also mentions proposed changes for naval cadets including being referred to as midshipmen and being commissioned as ensigns upon graduation. He also provides details about his improvements in physical strength. Nimitz comments on the members of the new class coming into the Academy under his. He describes attending Admiral William T. Sampson's funeral in Washington, DC.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz remarks that final exams are that week and that the summer cruise is almost underway. He mentions he will embark on the USS Indiana (BB-1) for the first half of the cruise and the USS Chesapeake (1899), a three-masted sailing bark, for the latter half.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz describes the itinerary for his summer cruise aboard the USS Indiana (BB-1) and the USS Chesapeake (1899). He will be visiting points on the East Coast from Virginia to Maine.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz, writing from San Antonio, discusses his travel plans to return to Annapolis.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions the upcoming exams prior to graduation. He is also confident of passing his physical exam. He also provides details about his leave. Nimitz also mentions the parties he plans on hosting and attending in connection with graduation. He also adds a word of about his moderate behavior at these parties.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz mentions his orders have arrived and he departs soon for San Francisco to join the crew of the USS Ohio (BB-12). He mentions where some of his friends and classmates have been assigned.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz comments on academic progress for the month. He also mentions helping an aspiring midshipman and comments on the Academy's baseball team. He discusses his participation on the rowing team and comments on having trouble with his ears again. He mentions a clerk's error in an appropriation bill that deprives the midshipmen of certain moneys, which may cause Nimitz to be unable to come home in the fall.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions the upcoming summer cruise. He also comments on his ears being treated. He mentions the rowing race with the University of Pennsylvania having to be cancelled and rescheduled on account of weather. He provides several other details about crew. He also outlines his leave plans for September, which do not include returning to Kerrville.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions his class standing after all exams. He also comments on assisting his new roommate in his academic performance. Nimitz lists several of the midshipmen that will not be allowed to go home on leave on account of poor standing or excessive demerits. He also outlines his summer cruise schedule aboard the USS Chesapeake, the USS Indiana (BB-1) and the USS Hartford. Nimitz describes the rigors of his recent exams.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz discusses a boat race versus Yale and other news about his crew efforts. He also mentions that a midshipman drowned in the Chesapeake after the sailboat he was on capsized in a squall.

Excerpt of a handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz. He discusses rowing on the crew team. He also provides details on his standing in his classes. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz thanks his father for the package he received and mentions enjoying the wine was been included. He mentions graduation is in four weeks, discusses his standing in his classes and expresses hope that he will get the assignment of his choice. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz describes Annapolis and relates a tale of sailing on Chesapeake Bay. He also indicates he is the only person among his peer group that won his appointment by competitive exam - the others were appointed outright. He also describes his academic progress so far.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz, writing from Annapolis, Maryland, relates news about arriving in Annapolis and settling in at the Werntz Preparatory School. He provides clues about his schedule and some thoughts on Annapolis.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz, writing from Annapolis, Maryland, relates news about arriving in Annapolis and settling in at the Werntz Preparatory School. He provides clues about his schedule and some thoughts on Annapolis.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz describes Annapolis and relates a tale of sailing on Chesapeake Bay. He also indicates he is the only person among his peer group that won his appointment by competitive exam - the others were appointed outright. He also describes his academic progress so far.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz relates information about the weather and his studies.