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Wednesday, May 24, 2006
World War II in San Francisco
Most residents of the Bay Area know of the Nimitz Freeway. It was named after U.S. Navy Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz. He held the rank of Fleet Admiral and was the Commander in Chief of Pacific Forces for the United States and Allied forces during World War II. After retirement Nimitz moved to naval officers' quarters at Treasure Island in San Francisco Bay. His photo is shown at the right.
Chester Nimitz is just one part of the rich history of San Francisco's involvement in World War II. The National Park Service has launched a fascinating web site titled World War II in the San Francisco Bay Area and you will find it here
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