Artwork depicting the battle between USS Constitution and HMS Java

This series of four prints depicts dramatic moments in the battle between USS Constitution and HMS Java on December 29, 1812. Plate 1 shows Java with its foremast falling. Plate 2 shows Java with just the lower section of the mainmast still standing. Plate 3 shows Java without masts. Plate 4 shows Java in flames as the British crew are taken aboard USS Constitution.