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Why the U.S. Navy Sells Retired Aircraft Carriers for Just 1 Cent
In 2013, the United States Navy sold the USS Forrestal (CV-59) supercarrier for a single penny to All Star Metals in ...
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USS Forrestal: Triumph and Tragedy of America's First 'Super' Aircraft Carrier
Supercarriers like the USS Forrestal (CV-59) belonged to the Atlantic Fleet. However, they were repurposed to support the ongoing war effort in Vietnam. Thus, the Forrestal became a key strategic ...