The heavy frigate, USS Constitution, launched in 1797, earned the nickname 'Old Ironsides' after the battle with the HMS Guerriere during the War of 1812.
This is a reference to "Old Ironsides," a colonial era battleship which is docked in Boston Harbor. If I recall correctly, this battleship never lost in combat and has lasted more than 200 years, thus an "old Ironsides" reference would suggest that whatever/whoever it is being compared to is stalwart and resilient.
It is true that "Old Ironsides" had not lost in combat, but the hull had deflected a bullet, and it's crew members gave it the nickname 'Old Ironsides,' crediting the USS Constitution with having an "iron" hull.
The heavy Frigate, USS Constitition, is known as 'Old Ironsides'.
the British 100 gun, 1st rate, ship of the line, HMS Britannia was also nicknamed Old Ironsides. HMS Britannia underwent a number of name changes and was also called: HMS Princess Royal, HMS St George and HMS Barfleur.
The US battleship, the USS Constitution garnered the nickname Old Ironsides". It was named that because the hull was so strong that cannonballs bounced off.
Old Ironsides is the nickname of the USS Constitution.
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The U.S.S. Constitution.
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The hope that is mentioned in the poem entitled Old Ironsides written by Oliver Wendell Holmes is that the ship not be completely dismantled and turned into scrap metal.
"Old Ironsides"
There were numerous warships during the War of 1812. The most famous was the USS Constitution nicknamed "Old Ironsides."
The USS Constitution is the oldest comissioned ship in the US Navy. The USS Constitution is "Old Ironsides" and is the oldest ship still commissioned by the U.S. Navy.
The ship USS Constitution got the nickname Old Ironsides because the ship had iron plating in the hull. The ship was used during the Civil War.
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Ironside refers to the style of ship and/or its structure. Ironsides is a nickname bestowed on the USS Constitution, although usually preceded by Old as in Old Ironsides.
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The hope that is mentioned in the poem entitled Old Ironsides written by Oliver Wendell Holmes is that the ship not be completely dismantled and turned into scrap metal.
Old Ironsides was the most famous ship
"Old Ironsides"
There were numerous warships during the War of 1812. The most famous was the USS Constitution nicknamed "Old Ironsides."
In "Old Ironsides," the ship symbolizes the enduring spirit of the United States and its resilience. The ship represents American strength and pride, as well as the nation's ability to overcome challenges and stand firm in the face of adversity.
Sails. It's a square-rigged sailing ship.