In the run-up to World War II, Japan had a clear naval advantage over the U.S. It had a larger agile fleet manned by legions of experienced sailors. Yet in battle after battle, Adm. Chester Nimitz led ...
The United States arrived late to the big-navy party. Mostly a land power until the late 19th century, the country did not authorize four-star admirals until after the Civil War. But the roster of ...
The Nimitz has been present in nearly all of the U.S. Navy's major operations during its lifetime, including both Iraq wars ...
Only four men have risen to five-star admiral in the U.S. Navy: Chester Nimitz, Ernest King, William Leahy, and William Halsey. Their careers began at the turn of the 20th century and culminated in ...
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The Legendary USS Nimitz Is Preparing to Sail into History
Nimitz’ legacy is etched in naval history as a pioneer of nuclear carrier technology, influencing designs like the expensive and more advanced Ford-class carrier.
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