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Online Library of Selected Images -- Picture Data

Photo #: NH 42914

Action between USS Constitution and HMS Guerriere, 19 August 1812


Engraving "Designed, Engraved & Published by W. Strickland & W. Kneass", Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 21 September 1812. It depicts the British frigate Guerriere's fore and main masts going over the side near the conclusion of her losing battle with USS Constitution.

U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.

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18 February 2003