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USS Constitution. Launched in Boston in 1797, the oldest commissioned warship afloat earned her nickname Old Ironsides during the War of 1812 when she fought the British frigate HMS Guerriere. During this historic battle, cannonballs fired at USS Constitution appeared to bounce off, causing one of her crew to remark that her sides were made of iron.
Carter Calls U.S., Australia 'Cornerstone' of Peace Australia is a strong partner to the United States and is making valuable contributions to peace and security around the world, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said in Boston.ailors assigned to USS Constitution perform a War of 1812-era long gun drill in Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, Mass., as part of Constitution's weekend festivities celebrating the U.S, Navy's 240th birthday, Oct. 10, 2015.