USS VALLEY FORGE

USS Valley Forge was the name given to several notable ships in the United States Navy, most famously the Essex-class aircraft carrier CV-45. Commissioned in November 1946, USS Valley Forge participated in key operations during the Korean War, providing critical air support during major engagements such as the Inchon landing in 1950. The carrier later saw service during the Vietnam War, earning multiple battle stars for her efforts. After a distinguished career spanning nearly three decades, USS Valley Forge was decommissioned in 1970.