The U.S. Navy stockpiled asbestos for shipbuilding and repair during World War II. Asbestos was prized for its resistance to heat, fire, water, and corrosion. When the U.S. entered the war in 1941 there were seven active fleet carriers. The U.S. Navy had 25 active carriers by the end of 1944, including the USS Franklin, and asbestos was used in the […]
Work on or around naval vessels in the 20th century included exposure to asbestos, and USS Amberjack service personnel and workers are no exception. The submarine had a short but proud history, but survivors who worked on the vessel—and their families—are at risk of developing asbestos-related diseases due to exposure to asbestos on the Amberjack. Asbestos and USS Amberjack […]
Those who worked or served on U.S. Navy ships in the 20th century were likely exposed to asbestos, and USS Benham servicemen are no different. The USS Benham (DD-397) served the U.S. Navy honorably during World War II. The ship earned five battle stars before meeting a tragic, though heroic end at the Battle of Guadalcanal. Survivors were rescued […]
Asbestos is the commercial term for a group of fibrous natural minerals that have been used for many years in the manufacturing sector. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), asbestos exposure contributes to the development of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. If you live in a home with or have otherwise been exposed to popcorn ceiling asbestos, the […]
What is the link between the USS Boxer and asbestos? Like all other ships built during World War II, the USS Boxer was constructed using asbestos-containing components. The U.S. Navy stockpiled asbestos during WWII to use in shipbuilding and repair. The naturally occurring material was valued for its resistance to heat, water, fire, and corrosion. While the Navy was aware […]
The USS Hornet (CV-12) is an Essex-class aircraft carrier that served in World War II and Vietnam. The ship also participated in the Apollo Missions, recovering astronauts after their ocean landings. The carrier is now the centerpiece of the USS Hornet Sea, Air, and Space Museum in Alameda, California. Despite a long legacy of proud service, asbestos and USS Hornet also share a history. The […]
