Floating Fortresses—American Carriers’ Extraordinary Resilience to Battle Damage

Authors

Walker Gargagliano, Dupuy Institute

Number

5

Abstract

On the basis of Cold War–era munitions accidents and World War II combat experience, U.S. carriers of today are far more resistant to battle damage than commonly believed.

Recommended Citation

Gargagliano, Walker (2025) "Floating Fortresses—American Carriers’ Extraordinary Resilience to Battle Damage," Naval War College Review: Vol. 78: No. 2, Article 5.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol78/iss2/5