Box 21

Tissue paper placemat in the shape of an American Flag commemorating the dinner and hop given by Admiral Charles Train and officers of the Asiatic Squadron for officers of the Imperial Russian Navy who survived the Battle of Tsushima, 1905. Dinner was given in Manila, Pl.

Photocopy of report on Foreign Systems of Naval Education prepared by Soley for the U.S. Navy, Washington, D.C., 1880. Includes sections on Great Britain, France, Germany, and Italy.

Typed Memorandum signed from Executive Officer, MTBS One to Commanding Officer, MTBS One, reporting the activities of the squadron during the Battle of Midway, 4-6 June 1942. Cites certain individuals for bravery but recommends that all are officially commended.

Typed Memorandum signed from Commanding Officer, MTBS One to CINCPACFLT, regarding the Battle of Midway, 4 and 5 June 1942. Cites details of battle, including bombing attack, rescue operations, fighting fires and the cooperation of NAS Midway during the battle.

Typed letter signed to Mrs. Adelaide L. S. Robb, Atlanta, Ga., requesting letters of Theodore Roosevelt. Sims will not part with the correspondence, which was of historical importance and of an official nature.

Typed message from the Chief of Naval Operations, regarding the San Francisco American Legion post's eleventh award ceremony honoring the War Mothers of the World. He comments on the disturbed international situation and the character and spirit of the war mothers that will serve as an example and inspiration.

Holograph letter signed from USS Constitution, Hampton Roads, Va., to his mother describing the scenes in Chesapeake Bay, Fort Monroe, Swell's Point and sighting of Confederate ships. He thinks ship will be assigned to Port Royal, S.C.

Typed letter signed to Jose Carpino, Manila, Pl, thanking him for his letter of congratulations regarding victory in the Pacific and the end of the war.

Holograph letter signed to Paul Dana, editor New York Sun, New York City, regarding his views on foreign affairs, the Boer War, the Far East, free trade with China, close ties between England and the United States, British Seapower, France and Russia as possible enemies, and the proper course of action for the United States. Mahan hopes that the newspaper will show strong U.S. support for Great Britain.

Photograph of surrender ceremony aboard the USS Missouri, showing Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz signing surrender agreement. Behind him are General Douglas McArthur, Admiral William K. Halsey and Admiral Forrest Sherman. In background are Admiral Nimitz's staff and Fleet Commanders.