Yorktown-class aircraft carrier

The Yorktown-class aircraft carriers were a series of WWII-era naval ships built by the United States, designed to serve as mobile airbases at sea. Named after the USS Yorktown, these ships could carry and launch hundreds of aircraft, including fighters and bombers, extending a nation's military reach far beyond its shores. They played vital roles in key battles like Midway, offering both offensive and defensive capabilities, and symbolized naval power. Equipped with advanced radar and weapon systems for their time, they set the standard for modern aircraft carriers and significantly influenced naval warfare strategies.