September 30, 2009

USS Constellation


Took the tour through the USS Constellation. 


As we went below, each deck has it's own purpose.  The first lower deck held the cannons.



The next lower deck was the bedroom for the crew



The deck below that held the 25,000 gallons of drinking water.  (Our boat holds 25 gallons.)

Back in the captains quarters, we found his "seat of ease"  (no holding tank--just direct discharge)




If you've ever wondered where the term "poop deck" comes from.............................................

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