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Jesse Williams, a free African American born in Pennsylvania, joined the crew of @USSConstitution in 1812 as an ordinary seaman. He served in the battles with HMS Guerriere and HMS Java. Read his bio at https://t.co/CZuX2zwQ4c Image: ©Stephen Biesty
Sailors are known for spinning yarns (telling tall tales) about dramatic adventures they’ve had out at sea. In the spirit of April Fool’s Day, work with a friend to fill in these stories and then have fun reading your new tall tale out loud. https://t.co/sHAvy7X42h
Heading to Boston tomorrow to celebrate the @Patriots Super Bowl victory? Stop by the USS Constitution Museum to learn about @USSConstitution's victories. #DYK CONSTITUTION has an undefeated record of 33-0? #Champions #USNavy #PatriotsNation #SBLIII
Happy #ConstitutionDay! Hercules, @USSConstitution's 1st figurehead holds the document for which she is named. Depicted here by Cornè.
@USSConstitution under sail on choppy seas, by Marshall Johnson, late 19th c. #NationalMaritimeDay #USSCM40