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Patriot Flag With USS Constitution July 21, 2021 July 16, 2021 - USS Constitution Sailors and guests display the Patriot Flag alongside the ship. The Patriot Flag pays tribute to the armed forces, first responders, second responders, family members, and victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. 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. Image created by USA Patriotism! from U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Grant Grady. U.S. Navy Gifts | U.S. Navy | U.S. Department of Defense Americans | We The People | America's Destiny | Give Thanks | Love and Pride of USA | National Will God and Country | One Nation Under God | America's Symbol | Old Glory | Hooray USA! | America, My Home! Our Valiant Troops | I Am The One | Answering The Call | Veterans | Citizens Like Us | Brave Blue | Our Heroes, America's Best Honoring The Fallen | Don't Weep For Me | Remember The Fallen | Tears For Your Fallen | Our Wounded |
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