171006-M-HT768-064 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 6, 2017) Marines and Sailors man the rails of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during the Parade of Ships during San Francisco Fleet Week 2017. Fleet weeks provide an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard team and experience America's sea services. Fleet Week San Francisco will highlight naval personnel, equipment, technology and capabilities with an emphasis on humanitarian assistance and disaster response. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rodion Zabolotniy/Released)