Luxury ocean liners were once symbols of elegance, speed, and global travel, carrying thousands of passengers across the world’s oceans in unmatched comfort. But when the Second World War erupted, many of these magnificent civilian ships were transformed into powerful aircraft carriers and escort carriers, becoming vital weapons of naval warfare. In this video, we explore the incredible stories of ten famous ocean liners that traded grand ballrooms and luxurious cabins for flight decks, hangars, and combat aircraft. Discover how HMS Argus pioneered the world’s first full-length flight deck, how Japan converted famous passenger liners such as Taiyō, Chūyō, Un’yō, Kaiyō, Shin’yō, Jun’yō, and Hiyō into warships to strengthen its naval aviation, and how Italy attempted to build the fleet carriers Aquila and Sparviero from its magnificent transatlantic liners. Learn why these conversions beca

Source: The 10 Aircraft Carriers Converted from Ocean Liners