Personal letters, sent, 1942 Sep 14 - 1942 Dec 14
Scope and Contents
Series I, Correspondence, is divided into "personal" and "informal" letters, although there appears to be little difference between the two content wise. Bates maintained a voluminous correspondence with naval officers and civilians. Letters deal chiefly with career matters, family matters, and social life in Newport. Correspondents include Admirals Ernest J. King, Chester W. Nimitz, Raymond A. Spruance, William F. Halsey, Richmond K. Turner, Robert B. Carney, Edward Kalbfus, William S. Pye, and Richard L. Conolly. Also included are copies of letters of other naval officers, namely, Admirals King, Kinkaid, and Captain S. E. Morison, 1944-1953.
Dates
- Creation: 1942 Sep 14 - 1942 Dec 14
Creator
- From the Collection: Bates, Richard W., 1892-1973 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Access is open to all researchers, unless otherwise specified.
Repository Details
Part of the Naval War College Archives Repository