HMS Illustrious

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Operations aboad the Royal nay aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious. Built by Vickers-Armstrong and launched in 1939, she displaces 23,000 tonnes and had the capability to carry up to 36 aircraft. Nicknamed "Lusty" by the men who served on her.