Located across the river from Boston, the Charlestown Navy Yard has two historic ships on display. The most recent is the USS Cassin Young, a Fletcher-class destroyer from WW2 that fought in the Pacific. The most famous ship here though is the USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”) who fought in the War of 1812.

Some photos.

The USS Constitution Museum

A ceremonial sword presented to the Constiution’s captain

The ship is, alas, currently undergoing restoration and is closed for tours.

The ship in drydock

The gun deck and rigging

The copper plates coating the hull

Stern view

The USS Cassin Young

The forward gun turret

The gun breech inside the turret

Depth charges on the fantail

On the main deck

During the Battle of Okinawa, the Cassin Young was attacked twice by kamikaze planes. The first attack hit the radar mast.

The second attack hit the starboard side and damaged most of the steam pipes that powered the ship.