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