Tuesday February 07, 2012 at 13:10
On 7 February 1800, USS Essex became the first U.S. Navy vessel to cross the Equator. This 1799 image of Essex was painted by E. Tuffnell, R.N. (Retired). NHHC Photograph Collection, NH 72804-KN.
for my love on this most wonderful day.
Reblogged from Naval Historical Foundation.
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