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7 hours ago · USS Constitution is the world's oldest commissioned naval warship still afloat. She was built in 1797 and fought in the Quasi-War, the Barbary Wars, and the War of 1812, earning the nickname "Old Ironsides".
3 days ago · Definition. The Quasi- War (1798-1800) or 'Half War' was a limited, undeclared naval conflict fought between the United States and the First French Republic. Hostilities arose when French privateers began attacking neutral American shipping, resulting in several minor naval skirmishes before the conflict was de-escalated in September 1800.
3 days ago · USS CONSTITUTION's Flag Coordinator honors requests to fly National Ensigns (a.k.a. American Flags) of recognized current and historic configurations, U.S. Navy Jacks and other official flags...
1 day ago · USS Constitution defeats HMS Guerriere in a single-ship engagement. The battle was an important victory for American morale. The more recently built frigates of the US Navy were intended to overmatch their opponents. The United States did not believe that it could build a large enough navy to contest with the Royal Navy in fleet actions.
2 days ago · War of 1812: USS Constitution and HMS Guerriere The USS Constitution battling the British frigate HMS Guerriere during the War of 1812. (more)
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5 days ago · Many patriotic Americans today assume that the USS Constitution was built during the American Revolution. It wasn't. Ironsides was constructed decades later in 1797 and came through victorious in conflict after conflict.
2 days ago · USS Constitution defeats HMS Guerriere, a significant event during the war. U.S. nautical victories boosted American morale. Given the circumstances involving Napoleon in Europe, Madison initially believed the war would result in a quick American victory.
