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A 2004 Naval Academy graduate, Cmdr. Billie J. Farrell became the first woman to command USS Constitution in 2022, the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat and America’s ship of state. She took command and emphasized her focus on strengthening the legacy of the ship, its history, and telling the Navy story. She is a surface warfare officer and the mother of two children.
Last Updated: 29 March 2023
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