Sunday, October 7, 2012

Sunday Warship

the magnificent frigate USS Constitution.  launched Oct. 21, 1797 she is still considered an active unit of the USN.  here she is under sail in 1997 on her 200th birthday.
part of the gun deck showing some of the 24lb. cannon.  most british frigates were armed with 18lb. guns.
up to date amenities for the early 19th century sailors.
USS Constitution defeats HMS Guerriere.
USS Constitution defeats HMS Java.

Sunday Warship Rating: 4.5 Diposkan Oleh: Unknown

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