Constitution was becalmed and not able to operate from the five British ships, but Hull acted over a recommendation from his Very first Lieutenant Charles Morris. He purchased the crew To place boats more than the side to tow the ship away from range, making use of kedge anchors to attract the ship ahead and wetting the sails to benefit from each i… Read More

Captain Edward Preble requested to take command of Constitution in a letter dated 14 May 1803[65] as his flagship and built preparations to command a fresh squadron for a 3rd blockade attempt. The ship was recommissioned on 20 May perhaps.[66] The copper sheathing on her hull required to be replaced and Paul Revere supplied the copper sheets needed… Read More