USS Suwannee (CVE-27) Faded MS Grey Deck

USS Suwannee (CVE-27) Faded MS Grey Deck — 1-2400 Scale Deck Decal
 
Historically accurate 1-2400 scale aircraft carrier deck decal representing the Faded MS Grey flight deck treatment for USS Suwannee (CVE-27).
 
Historical Information
The USS Suwannee (CVE-27) was one of four Sangamon-class escort carriers converted from large, fast fleet oilers. She entered service as an escort carrier in September 1942.
 
Key Historical Details
Class: Sangamon-class escort carrier; four ships in the class.
Commissioning: Entered escort-carrier service in September 1942.
Aircraft Complement: Approximately 30 aircraft. Wartime air groups commonly combined F4F or FM-2 Wildcat and F6F Hellcat fighters with TBF or TBM Avenger torpedo bombers, depending on the date and assignment.
Wartime Service: Supported Operation Torch before transferring to the Pacific for the Gilbert and Marshall Islands, Marianas, Philippines, and Okinawa campaigns.
Fate: Struck by kamikazes on October 25 and 26, 1944; repaired, returned to service, and decommissioned after the war before eventual scrapping.
 
Model Compatibility
This decal is sized for GHQ 1-2400 miniatures.