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The strategic importance of aircraft carriers in World War II and the harrowing experience of serving on them led to many memorable quotes from military leaders and sailors.
From admirals and military commanders
Admiral William "Bull" Halsey
On the Japanese surprise attack: "Before we're through with them, the Japanese language will be spoken only in hell".
After the Battle of Leyte Gulf: "We just went up there and shot the hell out of them. We didn't know what we were doing, but we were doing it right".
General Alexander Haig
Described Israel as "the largest American aircraft carrier in the world that cannot be sunk".
Admiral Chester W. Nimitz
"They were met by bombs from every plane the aircraft carrier could muster and from thirty land bombers as well".
From sailors and journalists
Aboard USS America (CV-66)
Captain Dorsey
Captain Dorsey remarked on the unique experience of a deployment, emphasizing the confidence sailors gain operating in a demanding environment. He also noted the limited opportunity to see the world due to vast ocean expanses.
About specific carriers
USS Enterprise (CV-6)
Known as the "Grey Ghost" because the Japanese mistakenly reported it sunk multiple times.
British Carriers
A Reddit user commented that British carriers like the Illustrious class were effective workhorses but smaller and carried fewer aircraft compared to Japanese or American carriers.
On the changing nature of warfare
A German general's naval advisor observed that Allied air superiority significantly impacted battlefield effectiveness.
General Dwight D. Eisenhower
General Eisenhower highlighted the critical role of airpower in the Normandy invasion.
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