What United States ship was captured in 1975 by Cambodians in International waters?

The USS Mayaguez was a U.S. merchant vessel that was seized by Cambodian forces in international waters in May 1975. This incident occurred shortly after the fall of the Khmer Rouge, which reflects the political tensions in the region at that time following the Vietnam War and the resulting instability in Southeast Asia.

The capture of the USS Mayaguez led to a significant military operation by the United States, involving Marine Corps forces, in an effort to rescue the crew and reclaim the ship. This operation is notable in military history as it emphasized the U.S. response to the challenges faced by American interests abroad, even after major military engagements had concluded.

The other ships mentioned had different histories and were not involved in such incidents during that period. The USS Intrepid and USS Enterprise were aircraft carriers with distinct roles in naval operations, while the USS Nimitz, also an aircraft carrier, did not face any capture scenarios like the Mayaguez.