World War I-dated DS, signed “C. W. Nimitz,” one page, 8 x 10.5, July 18, 1917. Written aboard the USS Maumee, a payment statement to a supply officer, in full: “1. You are authorized to pay to Elrod, W. W. (CPM), the sum of $51.00, provided that amount may be due him.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Nimitz as the commanding officer. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy photo of Nimitz. Shortly after the United States declared war on Germany, Nimitz was made chief engineer of the Maumee when it served as a refueling ship for the first squadron of US Navy destroyers to cross the Atlantic. Nimitz supervised the Maumee when it conducted the first-ever underway refuelings. An exceptionally early document signed less than a month before he was made aide to Rear Admiral Samuel S. Robison. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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