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The Letterbook of Pardon Mawney Whipple, Midshipman on Board USS Constitution from 1813-15

November 2, 2018 The Dear Knows 0

When a 22-year-old Pardon Mawney Whipple received his midshipman’s warrant in December of 1812, the war between America and Britain was well underway. By 1813 USS Constitution had already met with, and defeated, HMS Guerriere and HMS […]

Wood That Went To War

February 26, 2015 The Dear Knows 0

Impervious to the cannon-balls of opposing ships, the frigate USS Constitution earned the nickname “Old Ironsides.” Here’s a rundown of the wood that contributed to her fame.