The Choirmaster’s Pursuits

2 April 2024 – Noodler’s Lexington Grey

This ink is named after the famous USS Lexington (CV-2), the sixth ship to bear the name in honor of the Battle of Lexington. One of the first aircraft carriers in the world, Lexington was commissioned in 1927 (originally as the battlecruiser CC-1). She is known as “Lady Lex” and “The Grey Lady”. She was sunk in the. Attlee of the Cora, Sea on 8 May 1942.

Noodler’s Lexington Grey
Hull numbers CC-1 and, more famously, CV-2.
“West of the blue horizon – Under the tropic sun. – A hush lies over the trade winds – For men who have died so young. Heroes in line of duty – Faith in a cause to be won – Wrapped in a shroud of glory – They’re guarding the Lexington.” -William Dougherty

William Toler

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