Chester W. Nimitz

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

Is the proposed operation likely to succeed? What might the consequences of failure? Is it in the realm of practicability in terms of material and supplies?

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

I would've done anything to work with Satyajit Ray.

Children don't need much advice but they really do need to be listened to and not just with half an ear.

I enlisted when I was a boy. The Navy looked after me like my mother. It fed me, took care of me and gave me wonderful opportunities.