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"Old Ironsides"

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Sail Plan for the Frigate USS <em>Constitution</em> (detail)” /></a> <br clear= On August 19, 1812, the USS Constitution earned its venerable nickname "Old Ironsides" when it defeated the HMS Guerriere in a renowned engagement during the War of 1812.

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