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The Durable Lexington

By Paul Stillwell
October 2010
When searching for longevity in aircraft carrier performance, one need look no further than the former USS Lexington, now a museum in Corpus Christi Bay, Texas. Her active service lasted ...
Stokes Collection/Stan Stokes

Forging the Weapon

By Barrett Tillman
October 2010
Regarded with skepticism in 1918, the aircraft carrier was destined to evolve into the decisive naval element of the Second World War.
John Hamilton’s depiction of the Battle of Surigao Strait

Second Salvo at Surigao Strait

By Admiral James L. Holloway III, U.S. Navy (Retired)
October 2010
The contribution of the USS Bennion in the Battle of Surigao Strait has remained undervalued until now. Here's her story.