FLEET WEEK 2015, May 20th- 26th
Photo courtesy of ©Mitchell Hall
USS New York (made of steel from the World Trade Center ruins) sailing up the Hudson River
Hosted every year Memorial Day week, Fleet Week NYC now in its 27th year, is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. Nearly 1,800 Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen are participating this year.
Fleet Week includes dozens of military demonstrations and displays throughout the week, as well as public visitation of the participating ships.
The Parade of Ships is only the beginning of the weeklong celebration. Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen get the chance to explore New York City and participate in special events and parades, including multiple Memorial Day events.
(Photo credit: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Abe McNatt/Released)
The amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17) enters New York harbor to start Fleet Week New York 2015.
Have a Great Week! To all the Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsman participating in Fleet week in NYC - Welcome to the Big Apple and thank you for your brave service.
Hope you all enjoy experiencing all the sights and sounds and hospitality of "the city that never sleeps"
For up-to-date information on ship locations, hours and visitation information, visit the official Fleet Week New York website at www.fleetweeknewyork.com, "Like" www.facebook.com/FleetWeekNewYork, or "Follow" www.twitter.com/FleetWeekNYC.
For more news from Commander, Navy Region Mid Atlantic, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnrma/.
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