Video: 'Famous Naval Battle War of 1812 USS Constitution vs HMS Guerriere'
(Wednesday, August 19, 1812, 2:00 p.m. local time; during the USS Constitution vs HMS Guerriere, part of the War of 1812) — The USS Constitution defeated the British frigate HMS Guerriere today in a furious engagement off Nova Scotia during the War of 1812, earning the nickname “Old Ironsides.” Continue reading USS Constitution defeats HMS Guerriere off Nova Scotia during War of 1812 210 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Aug 19 1812)