USS Lexington (CV-2) - The First Carrier Lost in the Pacific War Found After 76 Years

USS Lexington was one of the most important American carriers of the early Pacific War, yet for seventy six years she remained lost beneath the vast emptiness of the Coral Sea. In this documentary, we revisit the final mission of USS Lexington, the first carrier lost in the Pacific War, and follow the journey that led to her rediscovery after 76 years on the ocean floor. From her desperate fight at the Battle of the Coral Sea to the heroic evacuation of more than 2,700 sailors, the story of USS Lexington reveals the courage, sacrifice, and determination that defined America’s earliest struggles in World War II.
As the wreck was finally located by the Petrel expedition in 2018, the world saw a time capsule preserved in the deep. Aircraft still rested with their markings intact, flight deck structures remained recognizable, and the presence of USS Lexington became a powerful reminder of the cost paid for freedom. This video explores her history, her loss, and her legacy, connecting the past to the present through the lens of ww2 shipwreck discoveries.
For viewers who appreciate historical wrecks, deep sea exploration, and emotional war stories, this episode dives into why USS Lexington continues to stand as a symbol of strength and resilience. As part of the Warrior Wreck series, this video brings to life the hidden stories that lie beneath the ocean, where silence holds the memory of those who served. The legacy of USS Lexington lives on, both as a ww2 shipwreck and as a warrior wreck that shaped the course of the Pacific War.
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