Posted: 09/01/2008
BOSTON HARBOR, Mass. (Sept. 4, 2008) USS Constitution is moored at the Charlestown Navy Yard for her annual turnaround cruise. Every year since the 1950s, "Old Ironsides" turns 180 degrees to ensure even weathering on her hull, masts, rigging and yards. USS Constitution will maintain her summer schedule of free, public tours until her shift to winter hours Nov. 1. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Clay Weis)
