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Photo #: NH 62630 Mrs. Chester W. Nimitz, Wife of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Receives an ovation at a reception held in honor of her husband at the Golden Slipper Square Club, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on 12 February 1946. Fleet Admiral Nimitz was presented with the "Golden Slipper Distinguished Service Award" in recognition of his World War II activities. At left is Nimitz' Aide, Commander Eugene B. Fluckey, USN. Collection of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz. U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph. Online Image: 73KB; 600 x 765 pixels

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Image posted 20 February 2006