171006-N-EV723-041 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 6, 2017) Sailors and Marines line the flight deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during a parade of ships at Fleet Week San Francisco. Fleet Week provides an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard team and to 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. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jason M. Graham/Released)