The Yorktown-Class refers to a class of aircraft carriers used by the United States Navy during and after World War II. This class includes four ships: USS Yorktown (CV-5), USS Enterprise (CV-6), USS Hornet (CV-8), and USS Franklin (CV-13). They were designed for fast operations and could carry a large number of aircraft, making them crucial for naval air power. These carriers played significant roles in major battles, such as the Battle of Midway and the Battle of the Philippine Sea. The Yorktown-Class was known for its innovative design, which included an angled flight deck, enhancing the efficiency of launching and recovering aircraft.