Slammer58 Posted August 19 Share Posted August 19 (edited) The USS Constitution, the pride of the American naval fleet as the young nation fought for its independence yet again, earned its memorable Old Ironsides nickname on this day in history, August 19, 1812. "Huzzah, her sides are made of iron!" an America sailor shouted joyfully, as the ship's white oak planks and live oak frame, grown in the swamps of Georgia, repelled volleys of direct cannon fire from British warship HMS Guerriere. I was fortunate to be able to see her when I was a kid. Good memories. Edited August 19 by Slammer58 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamptonRoads Posted August 19 Share Posted August 19 I went to see her about 3 years ago on a vacation in Boston. Also made a stop to see the Salem in Quincy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamptonRoads Posted August 19 Share Posted August 19 Just now, HamptonRoads said: I went to see her about 3 years ago on a vacation in Boston. Quite amazing ship. Was surprised at how cramped it was. Even with a bunch of tourists aboard, the number of people on the ship was only about 1/2 what the ship's complement would have been back in the 18th century. Also made a stop to see the Salem in Quincy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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