Casablanca Class
About the Ship
Guadalcanal was built using a converted United States Maritime Commissionfreighter hull by Kaiser Shipyards in Vancouver, Washington. Originally Astrolabe Bay (AVG-60), she was reclassified ACV-60 on 20 August 1942 and launched as Guadalcanal (ACV-60) on 5 June 1943, sponsored by Mrs. Alvin I. Malstrom. She was reclassified CVE-60 on 15 July 1943; and commissioned at Astoria, Oregon on 25 September 1943, Captain Daniel V. Gallery in command.
After shakedown training in which Capt. Gallery made the first take off and landing aboard his new ship, Guadalcanal performed pilot qualifications out of San Diego, California, and then departed on 15 November 1943, via the Panama Canal, for Norfolk, Virginia, arriving on 3 December. There she became flagship of Task Group 22.3 (TG 22.3), and with her escort destroyers set out from Norfolk on 5 January 1944 in search of enemy submarines in the North Atlantic Ocean.
About the Model
From Homeport Model Ships, we proudly present a meticulously crafted 1/96 scale model of the USS Guadalcanal (CVE-60), a significant vessel in the history of naval warfare. This exceptional model captures the unique profile and vital role of the Casablanca-class escort carrier.
This 1/96 scale model of the USS Guadalcanal (CVE-60) from Homeport Model Ships is a testament to our commitment to creating museum-quality replicas of historically significant vessels. It serves as a captivating display piece, showcasing the crucial role of escort carriers in World War II. This model is ideal for collectors and naval history enthusiasts who appreciate the highest standards of craftsmanship and the preservation of naval heritage.
USS Guadalcanal
R/C Ready for the water
Stand included
Highly detailed
Receiver and duel speed controllers
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