Go behind the scenes with the Museum! Join us on June 10 to view select objects from our collections, followed by a tour of USS Constitution. From "Vault to Vessel" we'll focus on the lives of midshipmen in the 19th century. Space is limited to 15 people to create a special experience! Get your ticket: bit.ly/3ytTnjr
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#WeRemember. A reflection on those who lost their lives while in service on board USS Constitution, not just in battle but in the daily operation of the ship across the globe. 🇺🇸
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Consigned to a Seaman's Grave... - USS Constitution Museum
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As we approach Memorial Day here at the USS Constitution Museum, we pause to reflect on those who lost their lives while in service on. . .0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today, at 3:00 p.m. ET, Charlestown Navy Yard will pause to commemorate Memorial Day by participating in Taps Across America. We invite you to join us - Boston National Historical Park, USS Constitution, and the Museum - to honor our nation’s veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States of America.
At 3:00 p.m. in their respective locations and time zones, thousands of buglers from around the country will play “Taps” to acknowledge those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Observers are asked to remain silent during this time of remembrance. If you are unable to be with us at the Navy Yard, we encourage you to pause and remember the fallen with this video.
Taps video courtesy U.S. Navy
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That was so beautiful.. thank you for your service🇺🇲
Beautiful rendering of Taps❗️
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing!
This Congressional silver medal was awarded posthumously to John Cushing Aylwin around 1817 for his role in USS Constitution’s victory over HMS Java on December 29, 1812. Aylwin, serving as 5th lieutenant and sailing master aboard Constitution, took a musket ball through his shoulder at the height of the battle, but continued at his station until the conflict was over. He died on board the ship on January 29, 1813, after a month of struggling to recover from his wound. His family had his name engraved around the edge of the medal.
Aylwin entered the United States Navy on May 25, 1812. He was assigned to USS Constitution as sailing master and was quickly promoted to fifth lieutenant in recognition of his skills. He saw action in the battles with HMS Guerriere and HMS Java.
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📷 USS Constitution Museum Collection. Miranda C. Morrison Gift.
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The medal has William Bainbridge's image, commemorating the Victory over Java.
Man Bun of the era?
