Zuiho Light Carrier

Zuihō was a Japanese light aircraft carrier converted from a vessel originally laid down for auxiliary purposes. It served in the Pacific War and took part in major fleet operations before being lost at Cape Engaño in 1944. Its smaller air group and conversion origins distinguished it from the larger purpose-built Japanese fleet carriers.

The hull began as Takasaki, initially associated with submarine-support purposes before completion as a carrier. Zuiho joined the fleet before the Pacific War and supported operations including the Midway campaign, where it belonged to a separate force from the main strike carriers. It later served in the Solomon Islands fighting and other carrier deployments. During the Battle of Leyte Gulf, it accompanied the northern decoy force intended to draw American carriers away. American air attacks sank it on 25 October 1944.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in the Global War series of games by Historical Board Gaming and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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