USS Wasp (CV-7) was a United States Navy aircraft carrier commissioned in 1940 and lost in action in 1942. She was the eighth ship named USS Wasp, and the sole ship of a class built to …

USS Wasp was the 7th USN aircraft carrier, built to use remaining treaty tonnage. She operated in the Atlantic and was sunk at Guadalcanal.

Jun 20, 2024 · On 15 September 1942, after supporting the invasion of Guadalcanal, Wasp was fatally hit by three torpedoes from a Japanese submarine. Total casualties included 25 officers …

Sep 1, 2024 · Summary and Key Points: The USS Wasp (CV-7) was a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier designed under the constraints of the Washington Naval Treaty, which limited its size and …

Feb 21, 2025 · Article Summary and Key Points: The USS Wasp (CV-7) was an aircraft carrier built under the constraints of the Washington Naval Treaty, which limited its size, armor, and …

USS Wasp was an aircraft carrier built prior to World War II, which later served in that war. Her role in World War II was extensive; below are highlights from her service and battles, for which …

To prepare to strengthen the American Navy in the Pacific, USS Wasp (CV 7) was hurried back to the United States for alterations and repairs at the Norfolk Navy Yard.

Nov 14, 2025 · A "Wasp" is "any of numerous winged hymenopterous insects possessing smooth, slender bodies, and an abdomen attached by a narrow stalk. They have well-developed wings, …

Built at Fore River Shipyard in Quincy, Massachusetts. Laid down April 1, 1936 as Wasp Class Aircraft Carrier. Launched April 4, 1939 as USS Wasp (CV-7) sponsored by Carolyn Edison, …

Wasp lay at anchor on 7 December 1941, observing "holiday routine"-itbeing a Sunday. In the Pacific, the Japanese broke the Sunday morning peacein a devastating surprise attack on the …