Share This Article 1. During the 1930s and 40s, this was the only airline authorized to carry the American flag to other nations. American Airways Pan American World Airways Transworld Airlines US Air 2. The USS Constitution earned its nickname “Old Ironsides” in its battle with this ship. HMS Constant HMS Java HMS Leander HMS Guerriere 3. On 5 May 1778, on Washington’s recommendation, Congress appointed this man inspector general of the army. Frederick von Steuben Horatio Gates Nathanael Greene Charles Lee Loading …