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