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Boston, Massachusetts

To get to the Charlestown Navy Yard I cross North Washington Street Bridge. Paralleling my route to the left is the Charlestown Memorial Bridge. In the distance, to my right, is a large marina.

I eventually reach the Charlestown Navy Yard where the USS Constitution (AKA "Old Ironsides") is anchored. The shipyard has a long and rich history of shipbuilding where, from 1800 to 1974, the shipyard constructed, repaired, and outfitted U.S navel vessels. Old Ironsides was a pretty big ship for its time, its length spans a whopping 204 feet from bow to stern. Launched October 21, 1797, the ship sports three masts, the tallest reaching 220 feet in the air.

Well, the time has finally arrived, I must wrap up my tour of Boston's Freedom Trail. The idea of drawing a 2.5 mile red line through the heart of Boston to help visitors better experience the rich history of Boston's colonial and revolutionary periods is nothing short of genius. Comprised of only a jogging red line and well placed placards that do well to educate the reader on the 16 sights the trail has to offer, Boston's Freedom Trail is a must see for any and all. I rate my tour of The Freedom Trail an overwhelming 5 thumbs-up, a perfect rating!