Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing his guilt at not writing her, his sympathy for Mrs. Dawe's injury, his plans to move out of Luling when he returns home, and visiting Walter.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing the mail service, his respect for the way Catherine handled her falling out with Mr. Davis, the weather, smoking too many cigarettes, and looking forward to coming home.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including a spat with Baker over Elaine staying with Catherine, which escalated into Nell going through Catherine and Elain's closets and taking the clothes she had given them. Catherine resolves to stay positive, and intends to play bridge and eat ice cream with Corrine, Maxine, and Martha.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including Catherine's feeling ill, Mother breaking a few ribs, and Baker borrowing the car.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including plans for a trip to San Antonio with Martha, the weather, and some sewing she has done.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including the weather, plans to wash the curtain, and enjoying a few beers with Lorraine.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including Emma having poison ivy, an unpleasant chat with Baker and Nell, and the weather.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including starting to sew a blouse, someone coming to do yardwork, and attending a dinner in honor of K. J. Kyle at College Station.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including going to Maxine's party on Saturday night, visiting Mother, who is suffering with her broken ribs, and Kelly being in the hospital in San Antonio.

Typed letter from LCDR Robert W. Copeland to Goldia Lee Carr, dated March 27, 1945. He writes to Goldia Lee Carr in regards to the service of her husband, Paul Henry Carr, who was killed in action during the Battle off Samar while serving on the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts. He describes Paul’s characteristics, strengths, and final actions during the battle. He also mentions that he recommended Paul for the Navy Cross for his actions.

Typed letter from LCDR Robert W. Copeland to Goldia Lee Carr, dated March 27, 1945. He writes to Goldia Lee Carr in regards to the service of her husband, Paul Henry Carr, who was killed in action during the Battle off Samar while serving on the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts. He describes Paul’s characteristics, strengths, and final actions during the battle. He also mentions that he recommended Paul for the Navy Cross for his actions.

Handwritten letter from Lawrence Martel to LCDR Robert W. Copeland, dated March 6, 1946. Martel, who served under Copeland on the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts during the Battle off Samar, writes to inform Copeland that he was rated the Presidential Unit Citation, inquiries about getting the authorization letters sent to him, and mentions he is supposed to be discharged in 60 days. He also asks about the ribbons he is rated for and obtaining a shellback certificate.

Handwritten letter from Lawrence Martel to LCDR Robert W. Copeland, dated March 6, 1946. Martel, who served under Copeland on the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts during the Battle off Samar, writes to inform Copeland that he was rated the Presidential Unit Citation, inquiries about getting the authorization letters sent to him, and mentions he is supposed to be discharged in 60 days. He also asks about the ribbons he is rated for and obtaining a shellback certificate.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz discusses how he is settling down aboard the USS Ohio (BB-12). He also mentions arriving in San Francisco and meeting several classmates prior to embarking on the Ohio. He provides a list of all the officers on board and the ports in the Pacific to which he will go in the next year. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions the USS Ohio (BB-12) is being repaired and is late in leaving port. He also comments on the weather in the Bay Area.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions the USS Ohio (BB-12) will sail April first. He also comments on the desertion rate and the weather. This letter is on USS Ohio stationery.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions some trouble between the Moros and some Americans in the southern Philippines. He also outlines the summer plan of the USS Ohio (BB-12) to cruise to Japan. Nimitz describes a fire aboard ship in a storeroom next to a powder magazine. He mentions being glad to be away from the Academy and expresses a desire to have shore duty in Honolulu when his time comes. He also mentions going into drydock at Kowloon and seeing all the barnacles on the hull of the Ohio.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz, writing from China, mentions being ashore in a camp in the Philippines for some target practice. He also mentions that he suspects his time on the USS Ohio (BB-12) is coming to a close because the Academy graduates are due to arrive aboard in early April. Nimitz expects to be sent to a smaller gunboat, but admits he would rather stay on the Ohio and be overlooked in all the shuffling.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz mentions some trouble between the Moros and some Americans in the southern Philippines. He also outlines the summer plan of the USS Ohio (BB-12) to cruise to Japan. Nimitz describes a fire aboard ship in a storeroom next to a powder magazine. He mentions being glad to be away from the Academy and expresses a desire to have shore duty in Honolulu when his time comes. He also mentions going into drydock at Kowloon and seeing all the barnacles on the hull of the Ohio.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz comments on some cases of serious illness at the Academy and on the change in the law where a congressman will now have two appointments to make to the Academy. He also mentions competitive rowing.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz comments on some cases of serious illness at the Academy and on the change in the law where a congressman will now have two appointments to make to the Academy. He also mentions competitive rowing. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz discusses exams he took in February. He also expresses a wish that he could serve on a ship with a congenial group of officers. Nimitz also mentions he has purchased his sword.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz discusses exams he took in February. He also expresses a wish that he could serve on a ship with a congenial group of officers. Nimitz also mentions he has purchased his sword. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz discusses how he is settling down aboard the USS Ohio (BB-12). He also mentions arriving in San Francisco and meeting several classmates prior to embarking on the Ohio. He provides a list of all the officers on board and the ports in the Pacific to which he will go in the next year.