Caption:
New York Harbor (May 24, 2006) -- The amphibious transport dock ship
USS San Antonio (LPD 17) sails pass the Statue of Liberty in New York
Harbor headed for a Manhattan pier to participate in the 19th Annual
Fleet Week New York City. 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 Journalist Second Class David
P. Coleman (RELEASED)
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