USS Constitution is a wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate of the United States Navy. Named after the Constitution of the United States of America by President George Washington, she is the oldest commissioned vessel afloat in the world.
Nicknamed, "Old Ironsides" because during battle in the War of 1812 the enemies' cannonballs bounced off the sides of the ship and never put the first hole in the ship. This is due to the hull of the ship being 18-24 inches thick of Georgia Pine and covered with copper. The copper was put on the ship by Paul Revere. Mr. Revere was a very busy man, but that is a blog for another day.
Constitution's mission today is to promote understanding of the Navy’s role in war and peace through active participation in public events and education through educational outreach, public access and historic demonstration. As a fully commissioned US Navy ship, her crew of 60 officers and sailors participate in ceremonies, educational programs and special events while keeping the ship open to visitors year-round and providing free tours. The officers and crew are all active-duty US Navy personnel and the assignment is considered special duty in the Navy.
(Information provided from Wikipedia and the tour guide from the Freedom Trail.)
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