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 154 afterbody, raking masts and stern post; also the lines of a Chesapeake pilot boat of 1812, showing the same type. The dimensions of the privateer are as follows: Length on deck, 81 feet 4 inches; keel, 60 feet 7 ½ inches; breadth (extreme) 22 feet inches; (moulded), 21 feet 10 inches; depth of hold, 8 feet 6 inches; burden in tons, 158 42/94. Dimensions of the pilot boat: length on deck, 56 feet; keel, 42 feet 9 inches; breadth (extreme), 15 feet inches; (moulded), 15 feet; burden in tons, 52 83/94.

The War of 1812 demonstrated, as probably nothing else could, the wonderful progress the United States had made during the thirty-six years of its independence. And the exploits of her frigates, together with the skill and daring of her seamen, became the wonder and admiration of Europe as well as of her own people. In addition, these splendid vessels became object lessons for the British Admiralty.

The Constitution is perhaps the most celebrated vessel ever owned in the United States Navy, and it is to be hoped that this noble ship may long continue to be preserved as a memorial to the gallant seamen who contributed to her renown. Her portrait—painted by Salisbury Tackerman—here reproduced, represents her on July 18th, 1812, while being chased by a British fleet, composed of the Africa, 74 guns; Shannon, 38 guns; Guerrère, 38 guns; Belvidera, 36 guns; Æolus, 32 guns, and Nautilus, 14 guns. The memorable escape of the Constitution from this formidable squadron and the admirable manner in which she was handled by