From left, U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Sean-Paul Cavalier, Fireman Joseph Buttitta, boatcrew from Station Los Angeles / Long Beach, observe the USS Essex (LHD-2) at the Port of Los Angeles during Los Angeles Fleet Week 2026, May 22, 2026. The Coast Guard is in charge of establishing the security zone surrounding the USS Essex, which will be open for public tours during Fleet Week.
(U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nicholas Manoukian)