250911-N-RC359-1220 BOSTON (Sept. 19, 2023) — Lt. Patrick Caldwell, operations officer aboard USS Constitution, the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat, salutes during a swearing-in ceremony on the spar deck. 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 each 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 “Old Ironsides” during the War of 1812 when British cannonballs were seen bouncing off her wooden hull. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class George Cardenas/Released)
| Date Taken: | 09.11.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 10.07.2025 12:03 |
| Photo ID: | 9355676 |
| VIRIN: | 250911-N-RC359-1220 |
| Resolution: | 4000x6000 |
| Size: | 1.28 MB |
| Location: | BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, US |
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