USS UNITED STATES Frigate

Imperator-Rex,

Thank you for your response.  Unfortunately, that is the same picture that I already have.  From the little that can be discerned, it is vaguely reminescent of the Revell 1/96 kit.  It is little to go on but it may be the only choice.

Thanks again!

Bill Morrison

warshipguy wrote:

Does anyone know of any other artwork that can help with my research?

I agree, pictures of the stern are scarce, but have a look at http://www.history.navy.mil/danfs/u1/united_states.htm . It's unfortunately the only one that I have found on the wide wide web... I have other pictures in a book, but that's another story. PM me if you need more info!

Best regards,

Chris

searat12 wrote:

http://www.geocities.com/ussunitedstates/edu.html

none of these web sites work for me.....

*edit* link fixed.

I found an earlier thread in this forum comparing and contrasting Revell's 1/96 scale USS CONSTITUTION and USS UNITED STATES.  The gist of the comparison denigrated Revell's depiction of the raised poop and round house as being unrealistic.  Given the lack of plans for the original ship, I have recently begun looking for artwork depicting the UNITED STATES'  stern.

I have found one drawing so far showing the stern in the battle between the UNITED STATES and HMS MACEDONIAN.  That picture can be found in Reynolds, F. J. (1916). The United States Navy from the Revolution to date. New York, NY: P.F. Collier & Son.

As a researcher, I fully understand that artwork can be a questionable primary source, depending on the particular qualifications and position of the artist. But, it can give insight into Revell's design process and might actually lend some justification to their design.

Does anyone know of any other artwork that can help with my research?

Thanks!

Bill Morrison

This just in:

Thanks, Eric.

   Please find attached some information along with our latest news letter, "FROM the POOP DECK". I've been on the USS Constitution turn-around several times, the last I was dressed as Commodore John Barry, first Flag Officer of the US Navy and, of course, the Frigate USS UNITED STATES, First Ship of the US Navy.

   In November I will be attending the re-enactment of Fort Mifflin, "The Fort That Saved America". It is planned that Fort Mifflin will be the Base of Operations for the full-scale seaworthy replica of the frigate. The fort was used to hold the French pirates for prisoner exchange during the Quasi-War with France. The fort allows easy access to the Delaware Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean.

   If you don't mind, and I am sure you won't, I would like to add you to my contact list, along with Senators, Governors, and soon to be added Congressmen and women.

   The web sit is not all that good but for now it serves it's purpose. You will find it at:

http://www.geocities.com/ussunitedstates/edu.heml

   Let me know what you think.

   For now, stay in touch.

USS UNITED STATES Foundation

Edward C. Zimmerman, Jr.

Founder, President, & CEO

   Project Old Waggon

USSUNITEDSTATES@Yahoo.com

I agree, your website address would be very helpful.  I am most interested in this project!

Bill Morrison