Uncommon valor was a common virtue.

Chester W. Nimitz

Describing the battle of Iwo Jima.

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World War II

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Chester W. Nimitz

Language

English

Time

1945 1940s 20th century

Occupation

Military officer

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United States

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Citation

Nimitz, Chester W. Statement after the Battle of Iwo Jima. c. 1945, Iwo Jima, Tokyo, Japan.

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