USS United States was one of 6 heavy frigates manufactured for the United States Navy. Launched in Philadelphia in May 1797, she quickly undertook duties protecting merchant shipping in the undeclared war between America and France. Revell’s challenging model recreates the ship’s wooden hull and deck, plus the below - waterline brass plating. A detailed superstructure , authentic sails, rigging blocks & line, lifeboats and ship’s 44 cannon also feature, and a display base is included.