Photograph of Admiral Raymond A. Spruance standing at a wooden podium with two microphones in front of him during the Change of Command ceremony on board the U.S.S. Menhaden at the Submarine Base in Pearl Harbor. Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz is standing behind him with his arms down by his side. There are four men lined up on the right side of the photo identified as Vice Admiral J. H. Newton, U.S.N., Rear Admiral Dewitt C. Ramsey U.S.N., Cdr. James Loo, U.S.N. and Lieut. Sam L. Bernard. They're all wearing white Navy uniforms, Navy ribbon bars above their pocket, epaulettes with stripes and a star on them and white hats with black brims and the Navy's emblem.

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.

Photograph of Chester W. Nimitz sitting at a desk in a dark suit and tie with tie clip. Mr. Nimitz is holding a stack of papers, and more papers litter the desk in front of him. In the background behind Mr. Nimitz are many framed photos and a window with a view outside. Handwritten by Nimitz on lower left side: "24 February 1965 - 80th Birthday anniversary."

Photograph of the 9th infantry eating a Christmas eve meal together at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas.

Photograph of the 9th infantry on Christmas eve at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonion, Texas. The group is divided between three rows and facing towards the camera. Several other groups can be seen gathered around in the background of the photo.

Photograph of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz standing at a wooden podium and microphone during change of command ceremony on board U.S.S. Menhaden, Pearl Harbor. Typewritten label: "133. Fleet Admiral C. W. Nimitz is relieved as Cincpac-Cincpoa by Adm. R. A. Spruance on board U.S.S. Menhaden (SS 377), Pearl Harbor, 24 Nov. 1945.". Flt. Adm. Nimitz is wearing a white Naval uniform with a high collar, epaulettes, ribbon bars pinned above his pocket, and a brimmed hat with the Navy's emblem. Five men in the same white uniform stand to Flt. Adm. Nimitz's right.

Program for the "'Indian Summer' Social" that honored the recent graduates and held at Mess Hall 45 at Poston, AZ Relocation Camp. Lists the songs played during the dance.

Letter from Ada to her son-in-law Joe discussing news about Catherine, or "Cathy," Ada's daughter and Joe's wife. Cathy spent the night with her mother, and Mr. Davis and Dan Jr. showed her around. Cathy is worried about Joe, and Ada is hoping that he will be able to return home soon.

Handwritten letter from Anna Serafini to Lt. Comdr. E. E. Roberts, dated January 24, 1945. In a second letter to Roberts, she thanks him for sending the addresses of the Captain Robert W. Copeland and [King?]. She also future explains her reasoning for wanting to receive any of her husband’s belongs back, stating that her sons would like any items from their father.

Handwritten letter from Audrey Freye to Lt. Comdr. E. E. Roberts, January 24, 1945. She thanks Roberts for writing to her about her father, Albert H. Freye, who died in action in Battle off Samar on the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including her disappointment at not having received a letter in four days, a drive around town with Evelyn, dinner plans with Elaine and Mrs. Mieler, and a call from Missie requesting that Joe send a message to Walter.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including busyness at work, Elaine coming to stay with her, and Mr. Baily making a bound book about the local service men.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including a visit from Evelyn the previous night, Catherine's plans to maintain her figure, and that the men of the 36th are presumed to be coming home.

Letter from Catherine to her husband Joe discussing news from home, including a lazy day off work, reports in the newspapers about the bombing of Tokyo, plans to spend the weekend at home with Mother and Jessie, and Wootsie asking after him.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his grandfather in Fredericksburg. Nimitz mentions Kerrville is putting in fire hydrants. He also mentions Aunt Augusta going fishing. He is also asking his grandfather when they might be embarking on a trip together. Iago, Nimitz's cousin, will not be going on the trip.

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.

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.

Handwritten letter from Chester Nimitz to his father in Kerrville. Nimitz describes his efforts at his studies and remarks on his progress. This letter is on US Naval Academy stationery.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing the mail service, spending the night with Walter, seeing a biographical movie about Mark Twain, and hemming his shorts.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing the mail service, going swimming with friends, sharing his support for Catherine's Monday night bridge parties, and encouraging her not to tolerate rudeness from her boss.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing going down to the line, playing baseball with his squadron, and sympathy for Mama's poor health.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing plans to go swimming, the work it takes to keep their barrack clean, and his daily schedule.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing having good food for Thanksgiving, going on a tour of the island, and encouraging cathine to invite her friends over for a bridge game.

Letter from Joe to his wife Catherine discussing the mail service, the weather, discouraging Catherine from mowing the lawn, his excitement for Christmas packages, his thoughts on Johnnie Reed shooting J.C. Norwood, and receiving his beer ration.