Chester W. Nimitz 1885-1966 American admiral, Commander in Chief of the U.S. Pacific Fleet during World War H and largely responsible for the successful 'island-hopping' campaign against the Japanese. I.S.P. 7in x 101 b/w, Nov. 6, 1945, showing Nimitz from chest up. Inscribed in bottom margin: "...With best wishes and great appreciation of your valuable and efficient service on my staff. C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral USN'. Writing is sun-faded but entirely legible. With two additional signed photos of other admirals (unidentified . Three pieces.