The American Battleship: New York

Historical Background

Developed from the blueprint of Wyoming-class battleships, the New York-class battleship took up the legacy by showcasing even greater prowess and arms supremacy. Often lauded for its fortified armor, these battleships constituted an indispensable part of the U.S. Navy's Battle Fleet during the substantial maritime conflicts of the early 20th century.

Two vessels in this class, the USS New York (BB-34) and USS ...