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This reproduction is after a work by artist Thomas Birch.

Inscribed., Inscription: In the print recto, below image c: "IF TT FELLOW WANTS TO FIGHT, WE WON'T DISAPPOINT HIM." / USS CONSTITUTION vs. HMS GUERRIERE-19 July 1812 / l.c.: Captain Isaac Hull, commanding CONSTITUTION in the first decisive naval action of the War of 1812, defeated Captain Dacres, GUERRIERE, in a savage ship duel which lasted but a half hour. Completely dismasted, GUERRIERE / became a helpless hulk while CONSTITUTION in this engagement earned her nickname "Old Ironsides" when a British shot glanced ineffectively off her hull. With this victory, the United States Navy gained world prestige / as skilled, tough fighters; the country was fired with fresh confidence and courage; and union among the states was greatly strengthened. CONSTITUTION still serves the Nation in the Boston Naval Shipyard. / l.l.: OIL BY THOMAS BIRCH; l.r.: U.S. Naval Academy Museum