171006-M-JM651-003 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 6, 2017) The Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) leads the way in the Parade of Ships during Fleet Week San Francisco 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. Annika Moody/Released)