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Few warships in history have suffered as much devastation as the Essex-class aircraft carrier USS Franklin (CV-13). Known as "Big Ben," she was operating just 50 miles off the coast of Japan when a sudden and brutal Japanese air attack left her engulfed in flames and on the verge of sinking. Yet, through sheer determination and bravery, her crew battled against overwhelming odds to keep her afloat, demonstrating extraordinary heroism in the face of near-certain destruction. Named in honor of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin, the Franklin would go down in history as one of the most resilient ships to ever serve in the United States Navy.

For more on her sisters in the Essex class check out the videos below!

USS Essex CV-9
   • USS Essex CV-9 - "The Right Ship at the Ri...  

USS Yorktown CV-10
   • USS Yorktown CV 10 - "The Fighting Lady"  

USS Intrepid CV-11
   • USS Intrepid CV 11 - The Kamikaze Magnet  

Sources/Credits (photos):
Navsource, Naval History & Heritage Command, US Naval Institute, US National Archives, USS Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

Film Credits:
US National Archives: 428-npc-7471 (March 1945); "The Saga of the Franklin" (1945) - both fall under Public Domain.

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