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Caption:
New York Harbor (May 24, 2006) -- Amphibious transport dock ship USS
Shreveport (LPD 12) sails under the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge headed for
Stapleton Pier on Staten Island while participating in Fleet Week New
York City 2006. Fleet Week has been sponsored by New York City since
1984 in celebration of the United States sea service. The annual event
also provides an opportunity for citizens of New York City and the
surrounding Tri-State area to meet Sailors, and Marines, as well as
witness first hand the latest capabilities of today's Navy and Marine
Corps team. Fleet week includes dozens of military demonstrations and
displays, including public tours of many of the participating ships.
U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Gabriela Hurtado
(RELEASED)
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