Crowds flock to Port of Los Angeles for Fleet Week spectacular
Fleets from the nation's sea services were showcased at the L.A. Waterfront during Fleet Week this past weekend. The Port of Los Angeles welcomed visitors for this free Memorial Day weekend extravaganza, featuring ship tours, air demonstrations, and military exhibits and presentations.
Hundreds attended on Sunday for the annual, multi-day spectacle honoring America's naval forces.
Notably, among the participants was Wardell Stephens BM1 (DV1), a trailblazer as the first African American to graduate from diving school in January 1954 [2][3].
In another demonstration, Golf Battery showcased a fire mission using the M777A2 Howitzer [2].
For more perspectives, read our commentary on the growth of the ports of L.A. and Long Beach amid increasing tariffs. You can also find crucial information on Memorial Day weekend travel expectations and the potential consequences of tariffs on shipping and trucking jobs at the L.A. ports.
[2] Photograph by Carlin Stiehl, our website
[3] Mentioned in archive document Divers Alert Network (DAN) (date unspecified)
On Monday, the entertainment industry in Los Angeles showcased a special business event, honoring the achievements of Wardell Stephens BM1 (DV1), a trailblazing figure in the sports world and the first African American to graduate from diving school, at the Port of Los Angeles. In the evening, the city's bustling sports scene continued with live entertainment, further emphasizing the diverse nature of California's thriving metropolis.
