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USS America: The U.S. Navy Failed To Sink Its Own Aircraft Carrier

USS America, a conventionally powered Kitty Hawk-class supercarrier, served from Vietnam through Desert Storm before retiring ...
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How the US Navy tried — and failed — to sink carrier USS America for weeks

The US Navy's carrier fleet is known for its impressive firepower and resilience in battle. The fleet's durability is attributed partly to the sacrifice of its predecessor, USS America. The Navy tried ...
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U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier USS America Summed Up in 4 Words

Key Points and Summary - The USS America (CV-66), a decorated Kitty Hawk-class supercarrier that served from Vietnam to the Gulf War, met a unique and controversial end. -Instead of becoming a museum, ...
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The U.S. Navy Decided to Sink Its Own Aircraft Carrier

Summary and Key Points: The USS America (CV-66), a conventionally-powered Kitty Hawk-class aircraft carrier, served the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 1996. Known as “Big A,” the ship played significant roles ...