USS Antietam CV-36
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The USS Antietam (CV-36), an Essex-class aircraft carrier, was commissioned in 1945, near the end of World War II. Named after the Battle of Antietam, the carrier supported critical air operations during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Known for its role as a launching platform for fighter planes and helicopters, the Antietam demonstrated the adaptability and significance of aircraft carriers in modern naval warfare.
After decades of service, the USS Antietam was decommissioned in 1973. Like many ships of its era, it contained asbestos in various components, which posed significant health risks to those who served aboard or worked on the ship.
Asbestos Exposure on USS Antietam CV-36
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The USS Antietam contained asbestos in insulation, fireproofing materials, and other critical components. When asbestos is disturbed—such as during maintenance, repair, or shipyard work—microscopic asbestos fibers could become airborne, creating a serious health hazard.
Those aboard the Antietam may have been exposed to asbestos in boiler rooms, engine rooms, piping systems, and around machinery. It was also present in gaskets, valves, insulation, and other essential shipboard equipment. Exposure to these fibers can lead to mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related illnesses.
Who is at Risk?
Sailors and crew members who worked in high-risk areas like boiler rooms, engine rooms, or maintenance facilities were especially vulnerable to asbestos exposure. Shipyard workers who performed repairs or decommissioning tasks on the Antietam were also at risk. Even family members of sailors could face secondary exposure from asbestos fibers brought home on contaminated clothing.
Seek Legal Assistance from Belluck & Fox
If you or a loved one served aboard the USS Antietam (CV-36) between 1945 and 1973, or worked on its construction, repair, or decommissioning, you may have been exposed to asbestos. Belluck & Fox specialize in representing veterans and workers affected by asbestos exposure.
With extensive experience handling naval asbestos cases, Belluck & Fox can help you seek compensation for illnesses like mesothelioma and lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure. Contact Belluck & Fox today to understand your legal rights and secure the justice and support you deserve.
