Papers, 1943-1946.

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Papers, 1943-1946.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/145782152

A small group of letters and orders relating to the U.S. Naval Admiral's promotions and changes of command in the Pacific fleet during World War II, and typescript drafts of speeches he gave in 1945-1946. Includes a brief note by President Harry S. Truman.

0.4 c.f. (1 archives box)

Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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SNAC Resource ID: 6847102

Wisconsin Historical Society, Newspaper Project

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