Historical Events tagged with "uss constellation"
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Operation Pierce Arrow Bombs North Vietnam
American aircraft from USS Ticonderoga and USS Constellation bombed North Vietnam as retaliation for attacks on U.S. destroyers in the Gulf of Tonkin. This operation marked a significant escalation in U.S. involvement in Vietnam, occurring in the context of rising tensions and naval skirmishes in the region. The strikes targeted military installations and were part of a broader strategy to demonstrate U.S. resolve against North Vietnamese aggression.
Continue ReadingUSS Constellation commissioned as warship
The USS Constellation, a wooden-hulled, all-sail warship built for the United States Navy, was commissioned in Baltimore, Maryland. This ship, designed for naval supremacy, became notable as the last all-sail warship constructed by the Navy. Its launch marked an important milestone in naval engineering, celebrating the nation's maritime heritage and shipbuilding capabilities. It served as a symbol of American strength and a major asset for naval operations.
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