Correction: A previous online version of this story said the present-day USS Hornet (CV-12) docked at the former U.S. Naval Air Station Alameda was involved in World War II’s April 1942 Doolittle Raid ...

Design and construction -- World War II, Part 1 -- World War II, Part 2 -- Post-World War II and Cold War -- The Vietnam War and the Moon landings -- Final transformation into a museum ship -- USS ...

Summary and Key Points: The USS Hornet (CV-12), an Essex-class aircraft carrier, served from 1943 to 1970 and played a pivotal role in numerous WWII battles, earning 11 battle stars.

Please join us aboard the USS Hornet as we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States Navy on the weekend of October 10th-13th. All active duty and veteran military personnel will be allowed on ...