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Chester W. Nimitz Personal Letters, 1893-1911
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Nimitz Family Photograph Collection
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U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts Letters Collection
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Annual Symposium Series
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Yamamoto Mission Retrospective Symposium
5
Agnes Langley Niernberger Collection
2
Black Military Service Collection
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Home Front Collection
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Women in War Collection
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Clifford Baird Collection
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[The Alamo]
Photograph of the battle of Flowers Parade in San Antonio, Texas in 1936. The Alamo can be seen in the background of the photo with eight uniformed men standing in front of it. On the left, a pair of bleachers filled with people face a lineup of soldiers in uniform preparing to march.
Date:
April 24, 1936
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Chester W. Nimitz and Catherine Nimitz at Fiesta, San Antonio, #1]
Photograph of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz and Catherine Freeman Nimitz at a Fiesta in San Antonio. Admiral Nimitz stands at his wife's side in a dark Navy uniform with six buttons on its front, ribbon bars above his pocket, stripes and a star on each sleeve and black dress shoes. He is leaning over Mrs. Nimitz who sits to his right in a light embroidered shirt, dark embroidered skirt and patterned scarf tied around her head. Handwritten on front: "Fiesta San Antonio 1948 To Catherine and Junior with love from Dad and Mother".
Date:
April 1948
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Chester W. Nimitz and Catherine Nimitz at Fiesta, San Antonio, #2]
Photograph of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz and Catherine Freeman Nimitz at a Fiesta in San Antonio. Admiral Nimitz stands at his wife's side in a dark Navy uniform with six buttons on its front, ribbon bars above his pocket, stripes and a star on each sleeve and black dress shoes. He is leaning over Mrs. Nimitz who sits to his right in a light embroidered shirt, dark embroidered skirt and patterned scarf tied around her head.
Date:
April 1948
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Chester W. Nimitz Fishing]
Photograph of Chester W. Nimitz fishing on the bank of the Guadalupe River, probably somewhere in Texas. He is wearing a dark suit and flat cap.
Date:
April 1913
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Chester W. Nimitz on Board the Kaiserin Auguste Victoria]
Photograph of Chester W. Nimitz and Mr. Gesenfeld on board the ship Kaiserin Auguste Victoria. Chester Nimitz stands on the right in a buttoned-up coat, a white collared shirt and a flat cap. A woman is in the center with her back turned looking over the side of the ship, she wears a large hat, a coat and a long skirt. Sitting on the right is Mr. Gesenfeld in a blazer, a tie, and a flat cap.
Date:
April 1919
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Reads a Document Aboard Plane]
Photograph of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz leaning back as he reads a document aboard his plane. He is wearing a light-colored uniform with two pockets on the front and five stars pinned to either side of his collar. In front of Flt. Adm. Nimitz is a black desk with a magazine on top, and behind him a jacket is stretched over his chair.
Date:
April 26, 1945
Creator:
United States. Navy
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Sits at His Desk]
Photograph of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz sitting at his desk that is covered with various papers, books and an inkwell with a pen sticking of it. He is wearing a dark Naval uniform with a white undershirt, a tie, ribbon bars pinned above his pocket and four stripes with a band and a star on his sleeves. Flt. Adm. Nimitz has his arms resting on the desk in front of him holding papers in his hands.
Date:
April 26, 1950
Creator:
United States. Navy
Object Type:
Photograph
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[A Handbook for Air Raid Wardens]
Booklet titled "A Handbook for Air Raid Wardens," which was one of a series of handbooks published by the United States Office of Civilian Defense instructing civil defense workers in their duties. The handbook includes information regarding the chain of command and equipment for air raid wardens, duties prior to an air attack, reporting procedure, coordination of services, home preparation and response to an air raid, and how to handle specific types of attacks (magnesium bombs, gases, etc.). Throughout the manual are pages to be filled in by the individual air warden, such as: the names and telephone numbers of the administrative officers at the precinct and city levels; where to send reports; and general notes.
Date:
April 1942
Creator:
Hooker, S. D.
Object Type:
Pamphlet
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Agnes Langley Niernberger, April 22, 1945]
Letter from Agnes Langley Niernberger to her family telling them that she misses them and explaining why she could not have written sooner. She tells them that she cannot write much about her travels but that she is eating well, getting a tan, and has not gotten sea sick. She suggests her family pass the letter along, since it is futile to write letters to several people when there is nothing to write about.
Date:
April 22, 1945
Creator:
Niernberger, Agnes Langley
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Agnes Langley Niernberger, April 27, 1945]
Letter from Agnes Langley Niernberger to her family discussing daily life sailing to the Philippine Islands. She hopes that they will be finished sailing soon. She sleeps on the tennis deck and has gotten so used to being rained out that she covers her head and falls back asleep. Agnes spends her time with Dienst and Baird, who she mentions were married before leaving Topeha. They occasionally see the U.S. Orchestra and movies and there are always song-fests in the evenings.
Date:
April 27, 1945
Creator:
Niernberger, Agnes Langley
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from C. H. Cronin to Lt. Comdr. Robert W. Copeland - April 6, 1945]
Typed letter from C.H. Cronin to LCDR Robert W. Copeland, dated April 6, 1945. C.H. Cronin served on board the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts and he is replying to a letter from Copeland. He writes about his life and what other survivors of the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts are doing. He mentions Copeland might write a book about the sinking of the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts.
Date:
April 6, 1945
Creator:
Cronin, C. H.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to Charles Henry Nimitz, April 4, 1906]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz, writing from China, thanks his grandfather for money, but insists he does not need it. He then outlines his ship's itinerary for the upcoming trip to Japan. He shares the news that he will remain aboard the USS Ohio (BB-12) as a watch and division officer after the new Academy graduates arrive aboard.
Date:
April 4, 1906
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, April 12, 1900]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz mentions contacting James Luther Slayden, United States Representative from Texas, about participating in a competitive examination for appointment to the US Naval Academy. The letter is on St. Charles Hotel (Kerrville, Texas) stationery.
Date:
April 12, 1900
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, April 18, 1900]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz mentions his decision to try for appointment to either Annapolis or West Point. He also indicated he will study geometry that summer with John Toland as tutor. The letter is on St. Charles Hotel (Kerrville, Texas) stationery.
Date:
April 18, 1900
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, April 26, 1900]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz relates news that he received information and sample exams from the Navy and War departments. The letter is on St. Charles Hotel (Kerrville, Texas) stationery.
Date:
April 26, 1900
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 6, 1906]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz asks his father to keep the money his grandfather gave him and use it for the Otto and Dora's education or for the family, etc. He also provides news on several of his classmates and the ships to which they have been assigned. He mentions he will be staying aboard the USS Ohio (BB-12).
Date:
April 6, 1906
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 8, 1908]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions he has been on Asiatic Station for 35 months and expects to be home in September. He also addresses a rumor that the admiral will keep them on station for five years. He mentions a recent camping trip he enjoyed in the Philippines mountains. Nimitz also comments on a shortage of sailors on Asiatic Station.
Date:
April 8, 1908
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 13, 1902]
Handwritten 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.
Date:
April 13, 1902
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 21, 1908]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions taking the USS Decatur (DD-5) to Saigon soon and then Hong Kong. He anticipates getting to go home in August.
Date:
April 21, 1908
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 24, 1904]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz discusses his standing in his classes after the latest monthly exams. He also describes his class being called out from the Academy to fight a fire raging in Annapolis. He also mentions an accident aboard a ship that claimed several lives - including two of Nimitz's friends that had already graduated. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.
Date:
April 24, 1904
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 27, 1903]
Handwritten 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. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.
Date:
April 27, 1903
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 1905]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions finally leaving California for Hawaii on 1 April 1905 and comments on the desertion rate among the sailors. He also mentions the seas his ship is facing. He indicates the ship's position and mentions the cooks and stewards. Nimitz also mentions the weather. He shares anecdotes from aboard ship about his experiences. He also mentions going ashore at Honolulu.
Date:
1905-04-05/1905-04-08
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from John E. Harrington to Lt. Comdr. Robert W. Copeland - April 17, 1945]
Letter from John E. Harrington to Lt. Comdr. Robert W. Copeland discussing the USS Samuel B. Roberts (DE-413).
Date:
April 17, 1945
Creator:
Harrington, John E.
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Letter from Virginia Margaret Brady to Lt. Comdr. E. E. Roberts, Jr., - April 14, 1945]
Handwritten letter from Virginia Margaret Brady to Lt. Comdr. E. E. Roberts, Jr., discussing her husband's (Norbert Francis Brady) death.
Date:
April 14, 1945
Creator:
Brady, Virginia Margaret
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History