As early as 1991, Commander David Cashman experienced suggested that Constitution should sail to rejoice her 200th anniversary in 1997 rather than getting towed. The proposal was authorised, even though it was regarded as a significant undertaking due to the fact she experienced not sailed in over one hundred decades.Because the formation from the… Read More

Her problem-plagued voyage ongoing on 13 February when her rudder was weakened for the duration of hefty storms, resulting in a complete lack of steering Management, While using the rudder smashing in the hull at random. A few crewmen went around the stern on ropes and boatswain's chairs and secured it. Another morning, they rigged A brief steering… Read More