What response did Nichols receive for his offered resignation?
It was rejected
The Pope thanked him
He was immediately replaced
He was promoted
Answer
After the attack on Pearl Harbor, Nichols offered to resign as he was not a US citizen. The offer was rejected by Roosevelt and Nichols continued to serve as Chief of Naval Operations until his retirement in 1945.
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More Questions
Who asked Nichols to continue his role as Archbishop until a successor was appointed?
In which year did Nichols serve as Archbishop of Birmingham?
Nichols was heavily criticized in November 2020 by which executive body?
Nichols' handling of what issue was the focus of heavy criticism?
How did the Church respond to the inquiry's criticisms towards Nichols?
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