Chester W. Nimitz

War Hero

Birthday February 24, 1885

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Fredericksburg, TX

DEATH DATE Feb 20, 1966 (80)

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About

U.S. Navy Fleet Admiral who served during World War II as Commander-in-Chief of Pacific Ocean Areas.

Before Fame

He originally intended to join the U.S. Army, but instead ended up becoming an officer in the Navy.

Trivia

He was the last person to hold the position of U.S. Fleet Admiral.

Family Life

His grandfather, Charles Henry Nimitz, was a member of the German Merchant Marine.

Associated With

He and Kenneth Starr were both born in Texas.