The IJN Gembu emerged as a captivating iteration in the preliminary design phase for the renowned aircraft carrier Soryu. Notably, it boasted a distinctive feature—a spacious sponson at the stern—crafted to optimize the flight deck's expanse. Intriguingly, its main armament defied convention, showca...
Originally built as Princesa Gabriela Luica-Class Light Crusier in the Duisland Federation in 1750s three ships were re-designated as Queen Isabella VI-Class Guided Missile Crusier guided missile light cruisers (CLG) and fitted with the Type-63 surface-to-air missile system. During the two year refi...