USS Yorktown (CV-10)

USS Yorktown (CV-10) is an aircraft carrier that was commissioned into the United States Navy during World War II. Launched in 1943, it played a significant role in various battles in the Pacific Theater, showcasing the importance of air power in naval warfare. Yorktown was notable for its versatility, carrying a range of aircraft for strike missions, reconnaissance, and anti-submarine warfare. After the war, it continued to serve through conflicts like the Vietnam War before being decommissioned in 1970. Today, it is preserved as a museum ship in Charleston, South Carolina, where visitors can learn about its history and impact.