USS Saratoga (CV-3): An Illustrated History of the Legendary Aircraft Carrier 1927-1946

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The narrative chronicles the transformation of a battle cruiser into an aircraft carrier, highlighting its pivotal role in training naval personnel for World War II. Serving off Long Beach from 1927, it became one of the few American carriers at the war's onset, enduring multiple attacks and being mistakenly reported sunk. After various refits and roles, it survived the war, only to meet its end in atomic tests at Bikini Atoll in 1946. The Saratoga's legacy lies in its significant contribution to the evolution of U.S. Naval Aviation tactics and personnel.