Nimitz, Catherine F. (Catherine Freeman), 1892-1979
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 3 Collections and/or Records:
Catherine Nimitz Lay and Admiral Nimitz Foundation Collection
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.
Chester Nimitz and Richard Freeman Lay Papers
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.
Frances Nimitz Zehmer Papers
The Frances Nimitz Zehmer contains photographs, documents, publications, and correspondence related to Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz’s life, career, and the Nimitz family.