Originally posted by Ripsnort
Very cool, thanks for sharing! You probably would have never seen this Pre-1989....(That many carrier formations together)
You're right:
I know, this isn't what you were talking about. However, people often forget about Task Force 58/38 during WW2. 15 fast carriers at the Marianas plus multiple escort carriers that were used to cover and support the invasions. I think the high point in carriers attached was 19, but it could have been more. Also, only 2 of the carriers operated with the task force were built prior to the war (Enterprise and Saratoga). The Japanese never had a chance.
Anyways, thanks for sharing the pics Nate.
