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USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, is a three-masted wooden-hulled heavy frigate of the United States Navy. She is the world's oldest commissioned naval warship still afloat. She was launched in 1797, one of six original frigates authorized for construction by the Naval Act of 1794 and the third constructed.
USS Constitution, is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855 ...
Built in Boston and launched in 1797, USS CONSTITUTION is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world today. During the War of 1812 the ship gained fame and its name “Old Ironsides.” CONSTITUTION remains both a training and ceremonial ship for the Navy, as well as an educational experience for visitors.
USS Constitution Museum. 4 days ago. Go behind the scenes with the Museum! Join us on June 10 to view select objects from our collections, followed by a tour of USS Constitution. From "Vault to Vessel" we'll focus on the lives of midshipmen in the 19th century.
USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. Nicknamed “Old Ironsides” in the War of 1812, USS Constitution is interpreted today to the 1812 era. Builder: Col....
Located inside Boston National Historical Park as part of the Charlestown Navy Yard in Charlestown, Massachusetts and part of Boston's Freedom Trail, USS CONSTITUTION is open for public...
5 days ago · Old Ironsides. USS Constitution. The USS Constitution on display in Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston. Constitution, warship renowned in American history. One of the first frigates built for the U.S. Navy, it was launched in Boston, Massachusetts, on October 21, 1797; it is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat.
