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    Security Tug Boat Rests Next To Pier [Image 11 of 14]

    Security Tug Boat Rests Next To Pier

    CHARLESTOWN, MA, UNITED STATES

    09.21.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class GrantG Grady 

    USS Constitution

    BOSTON (Sept. 21, 2020) The “Boomin Beaver” security tug boat rests on the finger pier next to USS Constitution. USS Constitution is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ship’s mission of promoting the Navy’s history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. The ship earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 when British cannonballs were seen bouncing off the ship’s wooden hull. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant G. Grady/Released)

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    Date Taken: 09.21.2020
    Date Posted: 09.21.2020 16:32
    Photo ID: 6356617
    VIRIN: 200921-N-OM854-0011
    Resolution: 4928x3280
    Size: 1.49 MB
    Location: CHARLESTOWN, MA, US

    Web Views: 52
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