by Pat Roll
Categories:
- Build type: [Kit][Model Shipways]
- Material: [Wood]
- Scale: [1:76]
- Subject Type: [Frigate]
- Era: [1700-1815]
- Nationality: [United States]
- Propulsion: [Sail]
About the Vessel
This frigate is most noted for actions during the War of 1812, when it captured numerous merchant ships and defeated five British warships: Guerriere, Java, Pictou, Cyane, and Levant. The battle with Guerriere earned the ship the nickname of “Old Ironsides”.
Model Image
Links
- USS Constitution Museum
- Naval History and Heritage Command
- Wikipedia
- Model of Constitution by HRSMS member Gene Andes
- Model of Constitution by HRSMS member John Proudley