Essex Restored Battleship Two carriers, the 'Essex' and the 'Bon Home Richard' are taken out of mothballs and refitted for active duty. Both flattops have be rebuild and modernized and now they are capable of carrying Atom Bomb carrying planes. MLS The two aircraft carriers, The "Essex and Bon Home Richard". MLS Military high brass navy walking up the gang plank. MLS Navy men in attendance to hear Fleet Admiral Nimitz speak at the re-dedication of the two ships.