170530-N-RE886-007 NEW YORK (May 30, 2017) The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) begins its departure, signaling the end of 2017 Fleet Week New York. Now in its 29th year, Fleet Week New York 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Carla Giglio/Released)