What is the significance of the Great Escape

Question 1

Explain the whereabouts of the USSC at the start of the War of 1812?

Answer 1

We were in Washington Navy Yard(refit). Awaiting orders.

Question 2

Identify year and location of the Great Escape.

Answer 2

17July1812

Egg Harbor, NJ

Question 3

Discuss ships involved in the Great Escape

Answer 3

USS Constitution
HMS Belvadeira
HMS Shannon
HMS Aeolus
HMS Guerrier 
HMS Africa

Question 4

Identify the commanding officer of the USSC during the engagement

Answer 4

Capt. Issac Hull

Question 5

Describe the tactics used by USSC to escape the British.

Answer 5

Relocation of equipment
Over boarding provisions (2300 Gals of water)
wetting sails
Furling/unfurling to create artificial wind
kedging