Key Points and Summary - The US Navy's four Iowa-class battleships—Iowa, New Jersey, Missouri, and Wisconsin—were reactivated from reserve to play a crucial role in the Korean War, primarily providing ...
Summary and Key Points: During the Korean War, the U.S. Navy outfitted Iowa-class battleships with nuclear capabilities through Operation Katie, enabling them to fire Mark 23 “Katie” nuclear shells.
Key Points from this Article: By the end of World War II, advancements in military technology rendered traditional battleship guns less decisive. In response, the U.S. Navy explored arming its ...