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USS CONSTITUTION. For 228 years, the ship has made history and witnessed it, standing strong in Boston and beyond. #GroundHogDay | USS Constitution Museum

On October 21, 1797, USS CONSTITUTION was launched in Boston as one of the first six frigates of the U.S. Navy. Today, 'America's Ship of State' still holds a special place in Boston’s heart. Over the next few days, we’ll celebrate the city’s deep connection to 'Old Ironsides.' Fun fact: Paul Revere, famous for his 'Midnight Ride,' played a key role in building the ship! At 60, he provided the copper fittings that protected the wooden hull from rust and marine worms — a critical innovation that

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