Full ijn aircraft carrier ww2 IJN Hiryu Type: Hiryu-class Aircraft Carrier Number: CV-16 Description: The IJN Hiryu was a formidable aircraft carrier in World War II, serving as a vital part of Japan's naval fleet. It featured a prominent commander tower on the flight deck for strategic command and control. The Hiryu-class carriers were known for their speed and versatility, capable of launching and recovering a variety of aircraft, including fighter planes and torpedo bombers. And with commander tower | Photo