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Nimitz, Catherine F. (Catherine Freeman), 1892-1979

 Person

Biography

Catherine Freeman Nimitz (1892-1979) was the wife of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, whom she married in 1913. During World War II, she actively supported the U.S. war effort by giving speeches to encourage support for the armed forces and volunteering for the Navy Relief Society.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Catherine Nimitz Lay and Admiral Nimitz Foundation Collection

 Collection
Identifier: 000051
Abstract

The Catherine Nimitz Lay and Admiral Nimitz Foundation Collection contains letters, photographs, magazine and news clippings, correspondence, tributes and dedications regarding Admiral Chester W. Nimitz and his family.

Dates: 1883 - 1998

Chester Nimitz and Richard Freeman Lay Papers

 Collection
Identifier: 000054
Abstract

The Chester Nimitz and Richard Freeman Lay Papers contain photographs, letters, news clippings, and correspondence related to Admiral Chester W. Nimitz’s naval career and the Nimitz family.

Dates: 1866 - 2002