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    This is a commemorative poster featuring Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, Commander in Chief of the Pacific Fleet during World War II. The poster combines a black-and-white photograph of Nimitz in military uniform against a colorized American flag background. The text describes his role in supporting codebreakers prior to the Battle of Midway, including the famous 'AF' deception operation involving a fake plain-English radio message about fresh-water machinery.

    USS NIMITZ, AT SEA

    06.02.2011

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Larry Wolfe 

    U.S. Navy           

    In commemoration of the Battle of Midway, fought June 4-7, 1942. The U.S. Navy effectively destroyed Japan’s naval strength by sinking four of its aircraft carriers. It is considered one of the most important naval battles of World War II. Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) created posters for a Battle of Midway Remembrance Dinner.

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    Date Taken: 06.02.2011
    Date Posted: 06.03.2011 23:50
    Photo ID: 410609
    VIRIN: 110602-N-VS577-005
    Resolution: 7208x10800
    Size: 6.96 MB
    Location: USS NIMITZ, AT SEA
    Web Views: 53
    Downloads: 5

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    A vintage-style propaganda or commemorative poster for the Battle of Midway, featuring bold red block lettering at the top and a dramatic illustrated aerial combat scene in the center. The artwork depicts a dive bomber in a steep attack dive over a burning aircraft carrier, with explosions and naval vessels visible below. The bottom banner carries the tagline 'Turning the Tide in the Pacific!' in white script lettering on a blue background.
    This is an educational infographic titled 'Japan's Role and Strategy' discussing Imperial Japanese Navy Admiral Yamamoto's strategic planning leading up to and following the attack on Pearl Harbor. It covers Japan's plan to attack Midway Atoll as a means to neutralize U.S. naval power in the Pacific. The infographic combines a period map, explanatory text, and a historical illustration of Japanese aircraft carriers.
    This is an archival/educational poster titled 'Breaking the Code' featuring a black-and-white photograph of Station HYPO (Fleet Radio Unit Pacific - FRUPAC), the U.S. Navy's cryptographic intelligence unit in Hawaii during World War II. The poster includes a section on 'Cryptanalysts' discussing the skepticism surrounding Communications Intelligence (COMINT) prior to and during WWII. The text specifically references COMINT's perceived failure to warn of the Pearl Harbor attack and its importance leading up to the Battle of Midway.
    This is a historical infographic titled 'Breaking the Code: The Upper Hand!' describing how Station HYPO's codebreaking efforts gave the United States a strategic advantage before the Battle of Midway in World War II. It details how American intelligence decoded Japanese communications, allowing Admiral Nimitz to assess enemy strength and disposition. The page features two archival photographs: one of a busy codebreaking operations room and one of LCDR Joseph J. Rochefort.
    This is a commemorative poster featuring Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, Commander in Chief of the Pacific Fleet during World War II. The poster combines a black-and-white photograph of Nimitz in military uniform against a colorized American flag background. The text describes his role in supporting codebreakers prior to the Battle of Midway, including the famous 'AF' deception operation involving a fake plain-English radio message about fresh-water machinery.
    This is an informational poster about Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, focusing on his strategic decisions leading up to the Battle of Midway in 1942. It includes two images: a sepia-toned photograph of Nimitz presenting an award to 2nd Lt. F.P. McCarthy at Midway in May 1942, and a painted portrait of Nimitz in his naval uniform holding binoculars. The text describes his key decisions, including accepting Midway as Japan's true objective and expediting repairs on the USS Yorktown.
    This is a WWII-era informational display panel titled 'America on the Offensive!' discussing the Battle of Midway and its significance in turning the Pacific War in favor of the United States. The panel highlights the role of U.S. Naval Intelligence in decoding Japanese Navy codes and the morale boost the victory provided. It features a photograph of multiple U.S. Navy warships at sea in the lower portion of the image.

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