Launched at Boston Navy Yard (which also built such notable ships as the Merrimack, Hartford, Wachusett and Housatonic) in 1844, this sailing ship also mounted 22 guns and its first commander was Henry Henry (I have to wonder what the parents were thinking).
After several service assignments, it accompanied Perry's fleet in the opening of Japan and was used for midshipman training. In 1858, it tested new naval ordnance under Cmdr. John A. Dahlgren (bet it was a Dahlgren gun).
It was in Norfolk for repairs when it was scuttled April 20, 1861, to prevent capture by Confederates.
I found no mention of whether it was ever raised, so its remains might still be there.
Old B-R'er
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