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Glossary Item: Fighter Catapult Ship |
Name | Fighter Catapult Ship |
Description | A warship enhanced with a powerful catapult that could launch a single fighter aircraft. They were created early in WW2 to provide air cover at sea to accompany convoys before Escort carriers were available. Some merchant ships were similarly equipped and known as Catapult Aircraft Merchantmen (CAM). |
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