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Nimitz Paperback – March 15, 2008

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Called a great book worthy of a great man, this definitive biography of the commander in chief of the Pacific Fleet in World War II, first published in 1976 and now available in paperback for the first time, continues to be considered the best book ever written about Adm. Chester W. Nimitz. Highly respected by both the civilian and naval communities, Nimitz was sometimes overshadowed by more colorful warriors in the Pacific such as MacArthur and Halsey. Potter's lively and authoritative style fleshes out Admiral Nimitz's personality to help readers appreciate the contributions he made as the principal architect of Japan's defeat. Following the Japanese attacks on Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941, President Roosevelt named Nimitz as commander of the Pacific Fleet. An experienced and respected leader, Nimitz was also an effective military strategist who directed U.S. forces as they closed in on Japan, beginning in May and June of 1942 with the battles of the Coral Sea and Midway. Nimitz was promoted to the newly-created rank of fleet admiral in 1944 and became the naval equivalent to the army's General Dwight Eisenhower. The book covers his full life, from a poverty-stricken childhood to postwar appointments as Chief of Naval Operations and U.N. mediator. It candidly reveals Nimitz's opinions of Halsey, Kimmel, King, Spruance, MacArthur, Forrestal, Roosevelt, and Truman.

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The late E.B. Potter, a longtime history professor at the U.S. Naval Academy and former naval officer who served in the Pacific during World War II, is the author of several books, including Nimitz, Admiral Arleigh Burke, and Sea Power: A Naval History, which he wrote with Admiral Nimitz.

Paperback: 544 pages
Publisher: Naval Institute Press; 1st Naval Institute Press Pbk edition (March 15, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1591145805
ISBN-13: 978-1591145806
Product Dimensions: 7 x 1.8 x 10.2 inches
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Average Customer Review: 124 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #408,481 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #778 in Books > History > Military > Naval
- #1129 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Leaders & Notable People > Military > World War II
- #3339 in Books > History > Military > World War II

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T. Ballou

A Bit Too Kind?

September 9, 2017

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I had looked forward to reading this book since the time it was published, just somehow never got around to it. 'Be also been a fan of FltAdm Nimitz since I was a small boy. I've read a lot about WWII in the interim and in that light, I was just a bit disappointed. I came away thinking the book was perhaps a little kind to the great Admiral. He was a great Admiral, make no mistake, but still human. The book makes zero overt mention of the despicable treatment of CDR Joe Rochefort following Midway. It does, a bit obliquely, toss in a tidbit missed by most commentators, the contemporaneous appearance of CAPT John Redman on the PACFLT staff. John Redman, of course was the OP-20-G chap embarrassed by Rochefort in forecasting the Japanese moves at Midway and also younger brother of RADM Redman, one of Nimitiz' boat school contemporaries. I believe the transfer was forced by ADM King, and Nim could do nothing without causing trouble with his boat school buddy. Further, as Rochefort was an unlikely flag candidate, even in wartime,he became a sacrificial pawn in the game of Navy politics. All simply ignored by Potter, the commentator best able to expose it, with no real cost any of the players, all of whom had passed on. Disappointing, even for a friend of Nimitz. Otherwise, a great read about a great leader.

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This is an excellent read. It covers not only the war in ...

June 3, 2015

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This is an excellent read. It covers not only the war in the Pacific, but provides insight into the decision making process of Nimitz and other top military leaders. MacAuthur comes across as somewhat of a prima donna and an egotist who Nimitz and other Admirals have to deal with. It is interesting to learn of the infighting between the Army and the Navy and the turf protection each exhibited --sometimes it seemed as if that mattered more than winning the war. Potter also provides an intimate look into the life of the Nimitz family. Nimitz and his wife and children had a wonderful relationship and shared much. Nimitz's personalty and sense of humor is displayed to help you understand the man as well as the Admiral. He was a real leader and I personally would have loved to serve under him. No matter whether he was aboard his flag ship in the Pacific, behind a desk as CNO or at the table where he served as a Regent of the University of California he was always leading. I highly recommend this book if you want a real insight into the war and one of the great men who fought it.

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A Sailor to be Remembered

August 8, 2018

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Great read of a sailor to be remembered for living a life that is an example for all to follow in how to be remembered in leaving this world better than which he found it. Having read several other historical events ,details and battles about WWII in the Pacific, I find Nimitz to be clearly articulated as to how Admiral Nimitz exercised his wisdom based on daily information and sitreps that he received and perceived as to how best to proceed and lead. The reader can then follow the results as Admiral Nimitz saw the events unfold and not just as to the actual real time events, as it may have been days before the actual happenings became clear to Admiral Nimitz and staff. A book well done!

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A true American hero. Brilliant mind, courage aplenty, and a surprising sense of humor. Book was well written, kept me engrossed until the last page. I recommend this to anyone who wants to read about a man who prepared himself for the future and was ready to serve when called. My father was at Pearl Harbor when the Japanese attacked. He came as close to idolizing Admiral Nimitz as he could allow himself.

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and was a good enough negotiator to cause the most selfish participants

September 29, 2017

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It is clear that Admiral Nimitz succeeded because he was able to encourage almost all of the members of the US Military who were involved in the Pacific War to actively perform with his plans, and was a good enough negotiator to cause the most selfish participants, MacArthur, Halsey, and some others to at least cooperate publicly, politically and administratively.

The narrative is very complete and thoroughly documented. I have only two complaints. The portraits are very unclear, and the maps are very fragmented. I have studied the Pacific war quite extensively over the years, and I still found it very difficult to find many of the named battle locations and or campaigns.

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George Palmer

If you wanna know what it was like in the Pacific ... start with this book!

June 15, 2016

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I've always enjoyed Potter's writing and this one is one of his best. His portrait of Admiral Nimitz doesn't just cover the great ships, aircraft and US Marines part of the war, it covers the personal side of it too. I enjoyed his daughter's recollection of the events she observed in Washington D.S. on the day the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. The bit about the Admiral's dog pissing on the lawn of the Japanese Embassy while the staff fed their papers to a bonfire in the yard nearby was priceless. I may be a bit prejudiced (as a retired Navy man) but this is a great story of the war.

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Likely the best biography of FADM Nimitz ever written.

January 23, 2016

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If you even have a passing interest in WWII history, this book is for you. It is an enjoyable read that is painstakingly accurate and very detailed. This book was written during a time when many of the primary sources (those individuals who served with him) were still alive and memories reasonably fresh. Many individuals were interviewed personally, including his wife and children. IF there is one weakness contained in this excellent volume, I would have to say critisms of Adm. William F. "Bull" Halsey seemed to me mildly excessive. Even these criticisms were backed with primary source data and Adm. Halsey's side of the story was presented as well, thus enabling the reader draw their own conclusions. It is such an enjoyable and detailed read that I will absolutely be reading it again.

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Educational and entertaining book on one of nations 5 star soldiers. Nimitz was to the Pacific what Eisenhower was to the European theatre.Read more

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Daniel H Boone

Fabulous!

I saw this book several years ago at the Nimitz Museum in Fredericksburg, TX. I knew I would never get through it by myself.Read more

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Arnold Howard

Chester Nimitz, an unforgettable character

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Robert L. Bartlett

Admiral Nimitz a genuine Hero

I enjoyed this book immensely. It was interesting to see Chester Nimitz rise from poverty to a five star at bro admiral. The book kept me very interested and involved.

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Seth Neumann

good review of Nimitz' career and his huge role in ...

good review of Nimitz' career and his huge role in winning the Pacific War. Included a very good statement of Nimitz' view of the strategic and tactical situation immediately...Read more

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Caylerman

Enjoyable Read

Very readable. Nice to read the background, I knew what a great US Navy career he had.

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Michael D. Hansen

Four Stars

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Published 7 months ago

Jeffrey Alan Andre

If you think you know WW11, read this!

Well written to keep you turning the next page. I have read many books describing WW11; in light of the lack of respect for our Country & Flag, this book describes honor, valor, &...Read more

Published 9 months ago

Thomas J.

Five Stars

This document the missing part of WWII that I have read about before.

Published 11 months ago

C. Carter

A terrific man in addition to being a true WWII hero

A terrific man in addition to being a true WWII hero! The details of the Pacific Fleet battles and challenges went so far beyond my prior knowledge that I was embarrassed.Read more

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