SEATTLE (July 30, 2008) The Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59) leads the parade of ships to kick off the 2008 59th annual Seattle Seafair Fleet Week.

During the weeklong stay in Seattle, Sailors will get a chance to explore the local community.

Navy Weeks are designed to raise awareness in metropolitan areas that do not have a significant Navy presence.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric J. Rowley/Released)