What would a 1960s battleship look like?
Short answerA large, possibly nuclear-powered ship with forward 16-inch guns, missile launchers, radar, and extensive helicopter facilities for escort and amphibious support.
NotesA speculative outline puts the ship at roughly 60,000 tons and 32 to 33 knots, with nuclear propulsion as a possibility. Its main battery sits forward so the stern can support a helicopter hangar and flight deck, while missiles and radar turn the ship into a large escort and amphibious-support platform. A battleship concept might survive only by absorbing newer fleet roles rather than remaining a pure gun platform.