U.S.S. United States (CVA-58

USS United States CVA-58 was a planned American supercarrier intended to support large naval aircraft in the early nuclear era. Construction began briefly in 1949 before the project was cancelled amid intense debates about strategy, budgets, and the roles of the armed services. The ship never entered operational service. Its history is central to the controversy often called the ‘Revolt of the Admirals,’ rather than the service record of a completed carrier that launched combat sorties.

Cancellation came soon after the keel-laying, amid debate over strategic bombing and the roles of the armed services. The projected carrier never acquired an air group or service history, but its fate became part of a major American defense-policy dispute.

Finish and color

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Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1946, Global War 1985, 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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