USS Constitution Limited Tall Model Ship 20"

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USS Constitution Limited Tall Model Ship 20"
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With exquisitely fine craftsmanship, unmatched features and careful attention to every detail, these scale replica tall ship models of the
USS Constitution
are certain to please even the most discriminating enthusiast of naval history. Whether the highlight of an office or den, or the centerpiece of a nautical themed meeting room or family living room, “
Old Ironsides
” will evoke wonder at her manifest detail and inspire historical pride with her indomitable spirit.
20" Long x 4" Wide x 15" High (1:64 scale)
Handcrafted by our master artisans
Individual copper finished plates below the waterline
Museum Quality
features not available in other tall ship models
Accurate beakhead design and scrollwork
Detail is accurate to scale see deck features and cannon carriages
Two metal anchors
weigh aside the bow
Other
Amazing Details
, including:
Authentic scale lifeboats
22 sails hold their shape and do not wrinkle
Taut rigging with varied thread gauge and color
Historical Significance
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end of the American Revolution, in 1783, the United States began to send ships across the globe in an effort to bolster its fledgling economy. By 1785 the Continental Navy of the Revolution had been dissolved, leading to these ships sailing unprotected in international waters, a move which eventually lead to the creation of the USS Constitution. During this time, off of the coast of Northern Africa, merchant ships were in need of naval protection leading Congress to authorize a new navy in 1794. As part of this "new navy" six frigates were ordered, the last remaining of which is the legendary USS Constitution. On March 27, 1794 the Naval Armament Act was passed and an order was placed with Edmund Hartt's Shipyard for the ship, costing just over 0,000. On November 1, 1794 the Constitution was laid down, and she was launched on October 21, 1797. Emerging as a ferocious, heavily armed vessel, the USS Constitution was on her way to becoming the legend she is today.
Designed to be the perfect
confluence of strength, speed, and firepower, master shipbuilder Joshua Humphreys set out to create ships that could compete with the massive fleets of existing European naval powers. At 204 feet long, with a 43 foot beam and three masts each towering over 170 feet, the 44-gun, 1576-ton frigate could cruise at a clipping 13 knots (15 mph). Embarking on July 22, 1798, sailing from Boston to the Caribbean, the Constitution carried 450 officers and crew on her magnificent maiden voyage. Before long, the Constitution and her crew would be patrolling American waters during the Quasi French War, and would soon be sailing to the Mediterranean coast of Libya, wh
ere she would aid in the blockade and attack of Tripoli Harbor.