Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz testifies at the Senate Military Affairs Committee

The transcript discusses the importance of maintaining the Navy's autonomy in using airplanes as weapons and the potential pitfalls of consolidating military departments. It emphasizes the distinction between operational command unity and department merging, advocating for the former while cautioning against adopting untested systems that could weaken current strengths. The conclusion highlights the need for careful evaluation of new systems and partnerships.

What are the potential consequences of merging military departments according to the text?

How does the author view the relationship between unity of operational command and merging departments?

What does the author suggest should be preserved in the current military system?

What is the author's stance on adopting a new system without adequate testing?

In what ways does the author believe the current system is superior to a merged department system?