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piece of American flag from USS Constitution War of 1812 battle

Description

This is a small piece if cloth, actually two pieces, red and white, about 1 square inch each.  There is a letter from the Secretary of the Navy which describes its authenticity from a battle in the war of 1812 between the USS contitution and a british ship (i believe the guerriere).

 

 

Category Militaria
Medium cloth
Distinguishing marks letter from secretary of Navy indicating its authenticity
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item 1 square inch of cloth
Date Period war of 1812
Weight 0
History gift from a relative of the secretary of the Navy from 200 years ago.
Price Paid (If known) 0 (gift)
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