Seafair Fleet Week brings Navy to waters off Bainbridge | SLIDESHOW

Puget Sound welcomed the fleet and got a chance to see the Navy up-close at the Parade of Ships at Seafair's Fleet Week. Bainbridge Islanders — and those aboard the Bainbridge-Seattle ferry — were treated to views of the passing ships throughout the day.

Puget Sound welcomed the fleet and got a chance to see the Navy up-close at the Parade of Ships at Seafair’s Fleet Week. Bainbridge Islanders — and those aboard the Bainbridge-Seattle ferry — were treated to views of the passing ships throughout the day.

Brian Kelly of the Review rode along on the Navy’s Navy amphibious assault ship USS Essex; here are his favorite photos from the day.