USS Constitution - Boston National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

#OnThisDay in 1797, USS CONSTITUTION was launched in Boston. Before “Old Ironsides.” Before “America’s Ship of State.” The ship was #BuiltInBoston. Happy Birthday, USS CONSTITUTION. 🇺🇸 ⚓ From victories in the War of 1812 to standing today as the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat, the ship carries a legacy of craftsmanship, courage, and service. It has trained sailors, welcomed millions of visitors, and remains a proud symbol of the United States. #OldIronsides #AmericasShipOfState #US

In 1812, Marine Lieutenant William Sharp Bush fell in battle aboard USS CONSTITUTION as she fought and defeated HMS GUERRIERE, the action that helped earn “Old Ironsides” her famous name. This year’s U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Breakfast honors 250 Years of Marines past and present and lifts up LT Bush’s legacy. With Congressman Seth Moulton as our special guest, we connect the Corps’ history to the values that endure today. Join us on November 17: https://bit.ly/3Wdjhkd #USMCHistory #OldIronside

The Museum recently received a significant gift from Vice Admiral George W. Emery: more than 200 original manuscripts, journals, and rare books that illuminate the early U.S. Navy. Get the story in our new blog post: https://bit.ly/4obvhyz And, preview select documents in person at the Museum tomorrow, Monday, October 13, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm as part of Navy 250 Weekend. https://bit.ly/4oe7ZYU #Boston #Navy250 #MaritimeHistory #NavalHistory #USNavy #Archives #MuseumCollection #BostonEvents | USS