Marines and sailors aboard the USS Donald Cook enter the New York Harbor during the Parade of Ships as the Blue Angels fly over on the first day of Fleet Week New York 2012, May 23. During the Parade of Ships, 23 Tall Ships and Warships made their way from The Statue of Liberty, past the World Trade Center site to Manhattan's West side. Marines and Coast Guardsmen will descend upon the city to celebrate the 25th Fleet Week New York, which takes place May 23 - 30. Fleet Week is an unparalleled opportunity for citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see, firsthand, the latest capabilities of today´s maritime services.