200525-N-CI012-0001 BOSTON (May 25, 2020) Cmdr. John Benda, commanding officer of USS Constitution, introduces the Facebook Live for Memorial Day. USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. Designated America�s Ship of State, Constitution and her crew engage in community outreach and education about the ship�s history and the importance of naval power is more than 500,000 visitors each year. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alec Kramer/Released)