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NH 56778 USS Constitution's escape from a British squadron, July 1812

Photo #: NH 56778 USS Constitution's escape from a British squadron, July 1812
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Title: USS Constitution's escape from a British squadron, July 1812
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Description: Pen and ink drawing by F. Muller, depicting Constitution being towed by her boats in a calm off New York, 18 July 1812, while being chased by the British warships Africa (64 guns), Shannon (38), Guerriere (38), Belvidera (36), and Aeolus (32). Constitution was commanded by Captain Isaac Hull. The British commander was Philip Vere Broke. U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.
Catalog #: NH 56778
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