Service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard attended a live broadcast at the Fox and Friends morning show, during Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 22.

The service members met the cast along with special guest, reality TV host, Ty Pennington, and attended a free concert by country music star Jerrod Niemann.

"It was an amazing opportunity to be on Fox and Friends," said Cryptographic Technician (Technical) 1st Class Justin Connell. "Not only because it gave us the chance to be on TV, but because it allowed us to represent and show support for the rest of the military."

In addition to attending shows, service members are participating in community relations projects, military ceremonies, tours, and other media events as part of FWNY.

"With everything going on in today's world, it's very important to get out and uphold the image of the military at events like Fleet Week," said Connell. "This is a highly visible, highly motivating event that can help us show the people of New York, and the world who we are."

Fleet Week New York runs through May 26 and gives service members the opportunity to interact with the people of New York and surrounding tri-state area.

"The people of New York have been very welcoming," said Connell. "They have treated us like family and welcomed us with open arms. It has been an amazing experience so far."

Fleet Week New York, now in its 27th year, is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services.

For up-to-date information on all Fleet Week events, visit the official Fleet Week New York website at www.fleetweeknewyork.com, "Like" FleetWeekNewYork on Facebook, or "Follow" @FleetWeekNYC on Twitter. Fleet Week New York photos can be viewed on Flickr at www.flickr.com/photos/fwnypao. Join the conversation on social media by using #FleetWeekNYC.

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