The USS Cowpens (CVL-25) was an Independence-class light aircraft carrier that served in the United States Navy during World War II. Named after the Battle of Cowpens in the American Revolutionary War, the ship was commissioned in 1943. The USS Cowpens participated in various campaigns in the Pacific Theater, including the Battle of Leyte Gulf and the Battle of Okinawa. The carrier was involved in providing air support for ground forces and conducting airstrikes against enemy targets. Throughout its service, the USS Cowpens earned several battle stars for its contributions to the war effort. In addition to its combat operations, the USS Cowpens was also involved in rescue missions, assisting downed pilots and sailors in distress. After the war, the carrier was decommissioned in 1947 and eventually sold for scrap in 1960. The USS Cowpens played a significant role in the naval operations of World War II and remains a part of the rich history of the United States Navy's aircraft carriers.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.