USS Ranger (CV-4) Launched

The first, built from the keel up Aircraft Carrier was Launched on 25 February 1933
The USS Ranger (CV-4) at Sea during World War II

This Carrier featured six smoke stacks which could be lowered during Air Operations had a crew of 1788 and could travel at 29.8 knots. Ranger was sold for scrap after World War II on 28 January 1947.

It was Flower Child's privilege to serve in the USS Ranger (CVA-61) during his Career in the U. S. Navy.

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