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[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, May 31, 1901]
Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz relates news from Fort Sam Houston about having passed his physical examination required for service in the military. He also contemplates entering Robert Werntz's Preparatory Academy in Annapolis prior to arriving at the Naval Academy. Also included is a copy of the examining Army physician's report.
Date:
May 31, 1901
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, May 31, 1901]
Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz relates news from Fort Sam Houston about having passed his physical examination required for service in the military. He also contemplates entering Robert Werntz's Preparatory Academy in Annapolis prior to arriving at the Naval Academy. Also included is a copy of the examining Army physician's report.
Date:
May 31, 1901
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, Unknown Date]
Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. In this letter, Nimitz mentions exams and school being finished in a few weeks. Nimitz also mentioned that he has permission to go see his grandfather. He also hopes to see Iago.
Date:
1899-05/1900-05
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, Unknown Date]
Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. In this letter, Nimitz mentions exams and school being finished in a few weeks. Nimitz also mentioned that he has permission to go see his grandfather. He also hopes to see Iago.
Date:
1899-05/1900-05
Creator:
Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type:
Letter
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 9]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage of Norman Hatch, David Richardson and Frank Tremain.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 7]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains speeches given by Greg Tillman, Greg null, Marion Carl, Jack Jones, Jeffery Fisken and Richard Saulter.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 8]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains a continuation of the second day of the symposium, featuring speeches by Richard Saulter, Greg Tillman and James Russel.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 6]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains a continuation of a panel held on the second day of the symposium featuring Edwin Simmons, Judge Blair Reeves, Martin Clemons, Mr. Martel, Mike Ryan and David Richardson.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 5]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains day two of symposium, featuring speeches John Morelli, Jerry Miller, George Galen, Richard Keresey, and Ray Pete. After the speakers are finished a panel discussion is held, which is opened to audience questions.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 4]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video is a continuation of the panel moderated by Baine Kerr and features speaker Bob Sherrid. After the discussion is concluded the panel is open to questions.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 3]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage of a panel discussion moderated by Baine Kerr and featuring Eddie Albert, Mike Ryan, Mitchel Lewis and Norman Hatch.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 2]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video features speakers John Klobe, James Russell, Zinzi Abe, Bob Sherrid and Richard Saulter.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 1]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains the first portion of the symposium moderated by Paul Stillwell. Speakers include Ed Simmons, John Costello, Roger Peno and Dr. Jerry Kelley. Also featured is a panel discussion made up of Roger Aims, Jack Jacobson and Hank Hasbeth, who answer audience questions about their experiences during the war.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 21]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with This video contains an interview with Shelley Mybans.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 20]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with This video contains an interview with Frank Treumain.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 18]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with James Russel.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 19]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with This video contains an interview with Roger Zastin.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 17]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with Col. Abae.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 16]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with Mr. Fiskens.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 15]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with Vadm Miller.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 14]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with Admiral Pete.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Turning to Victory, Part 13]
Video footage from a symposium sponsored by the National Museum of the Pacific War entitled Turning to Victory discussing the events that changed the course of the war. This video contains footage on an interview with Takamashi.
Date:
1993-05-03/1993-05-05
Creator:
National Museum of the Pacific War
Object Type:
Video
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Richard D. Salter, May 1, 1993
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Use of this item is restricted to the UNT Community
Interview with Lieutenant Colonel Richard Salter, an Army Air Corps veteran, concerning his experiences during internment in the Soviet Union after the downing of his bomber by Japanese planes (1943-1944). Salter also discusses Alaskan operations and his postwar career in the Air Force.
Date:
May 1, 1993
Creator:
Byrd, Richard; Daniels, John & Salter, Richard D.
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library
Oral History Interview with Geoffrey Bryson Fisken, May 1, 1993
Access:
Use of this item is restricted to the UNT Community
Interview with Geoffrey Fisken, a veteran of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, concerning his experiences as a combat pilot in the Royal New Zealand Air Force in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Fisken discusses the fall of Singapore, Guadalcanal operations, air combat against Japanese Zeros, and his release from duty in December of 1943.
Date:
May 1, 1993
Creator:
Daniels, John & Fisken, Geoffrey Bryson
Object Type:
Book
System:
The UNT Digital Library