Essex-class aircraft carrier

The Essex-class aircraft carriers were a group of large, powerful warships used by the U.S. Navy mainly during World War II and into the 1950s. They were designed to carry and launch dozens of aircraft, serving as floating airbases for reconnaissance, offense, and defense. These carriers were about 820 feet long and could hold over 90 aircraft. Their versatility allowed them to participate in major battles like the Pacific Island-hopping campaigns. Essex-class ships significantly enhanced Naval aviation capabilities, helping to project power across vast oceans and shaping modern aircraft carrier design.