If you're not making waves, you're not under weigh.

- Chester W. Nimitz

When I assumed command of the Pacific Fleet in 31 December, 1941; our submarines were already operating against the enemy, the only units of the Flee…

- Chester W. Nimitz

Leadership consists of picking good men and helping them do their best.

- Chester W. Nimitz

Luck can be attributed to a well-conceived plan carried out by a well-trained and indoctrinated task group.

- Chester W. Nimitz

A ship is always referred to as 'she' because it costs so much to keep one in paint and powder.

- Chester W. Nimitz

Some of the best advice I've had comes from junior officers and enlisted men.

- Chester W. Nimitz

God grant me the courage not to give up what I think is right even though I think it is hopeless.

- Chester W. Nimitz

It is the function of the Navy to carry the war to the enemy so that it will not be fought on U.S. soil.

- Chester W. Nimitz

We shall never forget that it was our submarines that held the lines against the enemy while our fleets replaced losses and repaired wounds.

- Chester W. Nimitz