#3013

good behavior

Honored military traditions....

                      ....linking history with the present....

BOSTON, MA (September 20, 2020) -- The Color Guard from USS Constitution performs a traditional military ceremony for visitors and onlookers.

USS Constitution is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars (1801-1805, 1815) and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855....with a regular complement of 450 men.

                 USS Constitution in Boston Harbor in 2019

During normal (pre- and post-COVID-19 pandemic) operations, the several dozen active-duty (special duty) 21st century Sailors now stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year....as they support the ship’s mission of promoting the Navy’s history and maritime heritage, and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence.

                   USS Constitution fighting the British in 1812

USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponent vessels. The ship earned the nickname of “Old Ironsides” during the War of 1812 when British cannonballs were seen bouncing off the ship’s wooden hull.

                 USS Constitution under full sail two centuries ago

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#3013: Kinchan Noodle Shoyu Tonkotsu - Japan

Finished (click to enlarge). Added scallions, soft boiled egg, and chashu. The noodles were a little on the spongy side, however when I had finished garnishing and taken pictures, they were quite good. Broth has a definite soy and pork bone hit to it and the included garnish was very nice with crisp veg and pork. 3.75 out of 5.0 stars.  JAN bar code 4904760010353.