WWII US Navy aircraft carrier active in the Pacific Theater
SBD x 12, SB2C x 12, F6F x 12 and TBF x 12 aircraft included in this kit
Build with full hull or as a waterline model
Convenient display stand
Glue and paint not included; need to assembly and painting
Description
USS Essex (CV/CVA/CVS-9) was an aircraft carrier and the lead ship of the 24-ship Essex class built for the United States Navy during World War II. She was the fourth US Navy ship to bear the name. Commissioned in December 1942, Essex participated in several campaigns in the Pacific Theater of Operations, earning the Presidential Unit Citation and 13 battle stars.