Stories of Admiral Nimitz | Jon Parshall and John McManus
Videos, Members-Only Webcast
Duration:
45 Minutes
Audience:
Educators, Lifelong Learners
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This is a webcast with renowned historians Jon Parshall and John C. McManus sharing their favorite stories about Admiral Nimitz. Members of the National Museum of the Pacific War were able to join the live chat and ask questions in real time, making this a truly interactive experience with the guest authors.
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