Exclusive | Navy lands helicopter on NYC's Cardozo High School football field for 300 eager cadets: 'They brought Fleet Week to us'
"Last year, we went to Fleet Week. This year, they brought Fleet Week to us, " said Riddhi Chauhan, 16, a junior and next year's cadet commanding officer.
Fleet Week kicks off in NYC with ships, sailors and free events
Fleet Week in New York City features free ship tours, concerts, and military demonstrations from May 21, celebrating the Navy and Marine Corps' 250th anniversary.
Fort Hamilton army base launches 'Salute to Ships' with cannon salute
The "Salute to Ships" tradition, part of Fleet Week New York, begins with a cannon salute at Fort Hamilton, honoring the U.S. Navy's entry into the harbor.