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Kaga

1921 Tosa-class battleship


Country of Registry
Empire of Japan
Service Entry
1928
Commissioning Date
November 30, 1929
Manufacturer
Kawasaki Heavy Industries
Operator
Imperial Japanese Navy
Vessel Type
aircraft carrier, Tosa-class battleship
Shipwrecked Date
June 04, 1942
Tonnage
38200
Current Location
30° 23' 3", -179° 17' 2"

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The Japanese aircraft carrier Kaga was a vessel that played a significant role in naval history. Originally built as a battleship in the 1920s, it was later converted into an aircraft carrier as part of Japan's efforts to expand its naval capabilities. The Kaga was involved in several key operations during World War II, including the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. The ship was ultimately sunk during the Battle of Midway in 1942, a crucial turning point in the Pacific theater of the war. The sinking of the Kaga marked a major blow to the Japanese navy and was a significant moment in the overall outcome of the conflict. This ship's history serves as a reminder of the importance of naval power and the impact it can have on global events.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.

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