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This lithograph depicts the fight between the USS United States, commanded by Stephen Decatur, and the HMS Macedonian near Madeira on October 25, 1812. The Macedonian became the first British warship to ever suffer the humiliation of being brought into an American harbor following defeat at sea. This victory and other naval successes contributed directly to Decatur's celebrity status.
U.S. Presidential transportation has evolved over time, from George Washington's horse-drawn carriage to the modern "Air Force One" and "The Beast." For more short, educational videos from the White House Historical Association, click here. For our educational resource about transportation and the White House, click here. This video was produced in partnership with UNTOLD. Untold is a project of
Featuring The Honorable Capricia Marshall, Ambassador Stuart Holliday, and Matthew Wendel