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noun • United States admiral of the Pacific fleet during World War II who used aircraft carriers to destroy the Japanese navy (1885-1966) | ||||||||
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Uss ___ Aircraft Carrier Named For A Former Admiral Crossword Clue
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NIMITZ which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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NIMITZ
Updated: October 11, 2023
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