What position did Nimitz hold in 1939?
Chief of the Navy’s Bureau of Navigation
Secretary of Defense
Head of the US Coast Guard
Navy Quartermaster
Answer
In 1939, Nimitz was appointed Chief of the Navy’s Bureau of Navigation, a position he held until 1941. In this role, he was responsible for the overall administration of the Navy, including its personnel, logistics, and training. He also played a key role in the development of the Navy’s strategy for the upcoming war with Japan.
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