The New York Council kicks off Virtual Fleet Week New York 2021

Since 1988, Fleet Week New York has been an annual tradition in New
York City. This celebration allows Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen
the opportunity to experience the city while giving the citizens of New York
and the surrounding areas the opportunity to witness firsthand the
capabilities of today’s maritime services.

The New York Council Navy League is a proud founder of Fleet Week New
York and is honored to kick off this year’s events. The history of Fleet Week
New York dates back to when Richard W. Scheuing, former President of
the New York Council, happened to visit San Francisco at a time when their
own Fleet Week celebration was occurring. He was so moved by its impact
that, when he returned to New York, he played an integral role in ensuring
that this celebration be brought to the city.

During these unprecedented times, we are reminded of what Richard
Scheuing saw in that Fleet Week celebration he attended years ago, and
what continues to be the heart of Fleet Week New York: honoring our
nations sea services.

Of course, we eagerly look forward to when we can be together in person
and return to the events and traditions that we know and love. But we are
grateful to this virtual platform that allows us to continue this 33-year long
tradition and celebrate the men and women of the sea services.
The New York Council Navy League invites you to join us as we raise a
glass to celebrate the start of Virtual Fleet Week New York 2021 while we
honor the past and look forward to the celebrations in the years to come.

To learn more about the New York Council's history with Fleet Week New York, visit https://www.nynavyleague.org/about-fleet-week

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