CVE-18 Altamaha Faded MS Blue Deck nvw

CVE-18 Altamaha Faded MS Grey deck — 1-3000 Scale Deck Decal

This CVE-18 Altamaha Faded MS Grey deck decal is designed for 1-3000 NavWar miniatures. Sized to NavWar Bogue Class model ship.

Decal Information

This 1-3000 scale waterslide decal reproduces the deck markings for the CVE-18 Altamaha during that period of time. Customers report that most decals fit Davco ship castings fairly well. Apply over a properly prepared and gloss-coated model surface using normal waterslide-decal techniques.

Historical Information

The USS Altamaha (CVE-18) was a Bogue-class escort carrier built from a merchant-ship hull for wartime aviation service. She entered U.S. Navy service in 1942.

Key Historical Details

Class: Bogue-class escort carrier. The broader Bogue, Attacker, and Ruler design family comprised 45 ships, including 11 operated under U.S. Navy names. Aircraft Complement: Approximately 24 aircraft. Operational groups commonly combined F4F or FM-2 Wildcat fighters with TBF or TBM Avenger torpedo bombers; exact numbers and types varied by mission and date.