[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 13, 1902] (open access)

[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
[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 13, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, April 13, 1902]

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.
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, March 9, 1902] (open access)

[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, March 9, 1902]

Handwritten 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. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.
Date: March 9, 1902
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 William Nimitz, March 9, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, March 9, 1902]

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.
Date: March 9, 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, March 2, 1902] (open access)

[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, March 2, 1902]

Handwritten 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.
Date: March 2, 1902
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 William Nimitz, February 24, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, February 24, 1902]

Handwritten 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.
Date: February 24, 1902
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 William Nimitz, February 24, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, February 24, 1902]

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.
Date: February 24, 1902
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 William Nimitz, March 2, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, March 2, 1902]

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.
Date: March 2, 1902
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, January 31, 1902] (open access)

[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, January 31, 1902]

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz discusses the results of his exams and indicates about 25 people failed. He also mentions one cadet was caught cheating and describes what happened to him. He comments on the weather and mentions that German naval cadets will visit in February. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.
Date: January 31, 1902
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, January 31, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, January 31, 1902]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz discusses the results of his exams and indicates about 25 people failed. He also mentions one cadet was caught cheating and describes what happened to him. He comments on the weather and mentions that German naval cadets will visit in February.
Date: January 31, 1902
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, January 10, 1902] (open access)

[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, January 10, 1902]

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz discusses his holiday and mentions the Severn River is frozen over and cadets ice skate on it. He admits he does not go on the ice as he does not know how to skate. He mentions receiving letters from his younger brother and sister, Otto and Dora. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.
Date: January 10, 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, November 27, 1902] (open access)

[Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, November 27, 1902]

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his excitement about the annual Army-Navy football game in Philadelphia. Nimitz bemoans the fact that he is on duty on Thanksgiving Day. This letter is written on US Naval Academy stationery.
Date: November 27, 1902
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, January 10, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, January 10, 1902]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz discusses his holiday and mentions the Severn River is frozen over and cadets ice skate on it. He admits he does not go on the ice as he does not know how to skate. He mentions receiving letters from his younger brother and sister, Otto and Dora.
Date: January 10, 1902
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 William Nimitz, November 27, 1902] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, November 27, 1902]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his excitement about the annual Army-Navy football game in Philadelphia. Nimitz bemoans the fact that he is on duty on Thanksgiving Day.
Date: November 27, 1902
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 William Nimitz, February 1903] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, February 1903]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz admits he is back in the hospital with tonsilitis. He then proceeds to describe a disagreement between his class and the Academy superintendent over hazing. Since Nimitz does not refer to the superintendent by name, but by rank (captain), it is presumed he is referring to Captain Willard Brownson, which would likely date this letter in late 1902 or early 1903.
Date: 1903-02~
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, December 21, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, December 21, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz comments on the wintry weather in Annapolis. He also mentions his holiday schedule.
Date: December 21, 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, December 29, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, December 29, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz describes the holiday he enjoyed over Christmas in Annapolis. He also mentions receiving a package of cakes and sausages from his Henke grandparents. He comments on his French class and the upcoming semi-annual exams, which he anticipates passing. Nimitz also mentions attending a few funerals at the Academy.
Date: December 29, 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 William Nimitz, December 11, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, December 11, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz indicates he is feeling very well after getting released from the hospital. He relates his progress in his classes and shares his standing in each.
Date: December 11, 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, November 25, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, November 25, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz, writing from the hospital, relates how he caught pneumonia during regular infantry drills. He laments the time lost and the affect it will have on his standing in his class. He also mentions being quite lonely.
Date: November 25, 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 William Nimitz, November 25, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, November 25, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz is writing from the hospital, where he had been with a fever for the past five days. He mentions being lonely and having no visitors but his roommate. He indicates his photographs are ready and that his health is improving. He anticipates being released soon and getting back into his studies. He mentions he is looking forward to going to Philadelphia for the Army-Navy football game.
Date: November 25, 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, November 3, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, November 3, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz relates where he stands in his class after a month at the Academy. He also expresses a belief that he ought to be able to maintain his position with hard work.
Date: November 3, 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 William Nimitz, November 3, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to William Nimitz, November 3, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz relates his standing in his classes after the first month at the Academy. He expects to keep improving and also expects some others will fail. Nimitz indicates the artillery drill hurts his ears, but enjoys drilling when the band is playing.
Date: November 3, 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, October 19, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, October 19, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz indicates his aunt Augusta and Mr. Mason visited him recently. He also describes his schedule, his coursework and his academic standing in his class as well as his hopes and prospects of improving.
Date: October 19, 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, October 3, 1901] (open access)

[Transcript of Letter from Chester W. Nimitz to his Grandfather, October 3, 1901]

Transcription of letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz addresses a concern his grandfather had about hazing. Nimitz describes several of the more comical aspects of hazing he has experienced from the upperclassmen. He also describes the organization of the cadet battalion and mealtimes. He also discusses his roommate and his finances as well as learning French.
Date: October 3, 1901
Creator: Nimitz, Chester W. (Chester William), 1885-1966
Object Type: Letter
System: The Portal to Texas History