HMS Eagle was a British aircraft carrier that served in the Royal Navy. Launched in 1942, she played a significant role during World War II, participating in various operations, including the Mediterranean campaign. The ship was designed to carry and launch aircraft, which were essential for naval warfare. After the war, HMS Eagle continued to serve until her decommissioning in 1978. She was one of the last conventional aircraft carriers in the Royal Navy and had a displacement of around 50,000 tons. The ship was eventually sold for scrap in 1978, marking the end of her long service life.