I am a capital ship, known for a significant role in a pivotal battle. My design was intended to project power and serve as a command vessel. Despite my formidable appearance, I suffered a crippling blow that led to my demise. My name is associated with a mythical sea monster.

1. I participated in the Battle of Midway.
2. I was the flagship of a carrier strike force.
3. A single lucky torpedo sealed my fate.
4. My sister ship shared a similar fate later in the war.