The USS Constitution was built before Wisconsin was even a state. But nearly 230 years later, it is still an active duty United States Naval ship. Better known as “Old Ironsides,” the oldest commissioned warship afloat anywhere in the world, is under the leadership of Medford native Commander Crystal Schaefer.
Schaefer joined Wisconsin’s Midday News to discuss leading the USS Constitution. Schaefer said part of her role is keeping the ship’s history alive while continuing to lead the sailors serving aboard the active-duty Navy vessel.
