However, the name was changed after the May 1942 sinking of the USS Lexington (CV-2) at the Battle of the Coral Sea. Following CV-2’s sinking, workers at the Fore River Shipyard submitted a ...

A hop over to Corpus Christi, Texas, and visitors can explore the decommissioned USS Lexington (CV-16) that served honorably from 1943 to 1991. This is another carrier that saw action in the ...

The museum gave full license to use the Blue Ghost name, the ship’s likeness, and its full name and hull number (USS Lexington, CV-16). All Banta asked for was editing rights to ensure accuracy ...

Summary: The USS Lexington (CV-16), an Essex-class aircraft carrier, played a crucial role in World War II after being commissioned in 1943. Initially named Cabot, it was renamed to honor the sunk ...