seeking USS Siapan photos

[Nathan]

Seeking USS Saipan CVL-48 photos from 1955-1960 time frame.

Thanks,
Nathan

[Mark Allen M]

Here's a few Nathan ... Sources SDASM archives, NMNA archives


The light aircraft carrier Saipan (CVL 48) pictured at sea, circa 1956


Grumman F9F-2 Panther of VF-71 approaches end of deck after hitting ramp on USS Saipan (CVL-48).


Grumman F9F-2 Panther of VF-71 enters water after hitting ramp on USS Saipan (CVL-48).


USS Saipan (CVL-48) in the Gulf of Mexico on relief mission in Mexico cities and towns wrecked by Hurricane Janet

[SaxMan]

Were Saipan and Wright also cruiser conversions, or were they purpose-built as light carriers? It seems they have a lot in common with the Independence-class CVLs, particularly with the funnel arrangements.

I'm sure you already looked here, but here are some Saipan pics:

http://www.navsource.org/archives/02/48.htm