Old Ironsides Constitution
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| The U.S.S. Constitution at dock, with a description of its historical significance during the War of 1812. "The U.S. of America gained recognition as a naval power after the War of 1812. A recognizance was the victory of the 'Constitution' over the 'Guerrier' with the resultant loss to the British of their ship and 79 men to the Americans of 14. Oliver Wendell Holmes preserves a glorious account of this worth old ship in his poem 'Old Ironsides'." |
