It’s a sea of patriotism this week as Fleet Week New York gets underway, and Fort Hamilton is helping kick things off in a big way.

The U.S. Army base in Bay Ridge hosted its annual “Salute to Ships” Wednesday morning—featuring an 11-volley cannon salute as military vessels sail under the Verrazano Bridge and into New York Harbor.

The event starts at 10 a.m. and takes place on the bluff at Fort Hamilton, offering sweeping views of the harbor and the incoming fleet. The salute is meant to honor the lead Navy ship as part of Fleet Week’s ceremonial arrival.

This year’s Parade of Ships includes a powerful lineup:

Fleet Week is an annual tradition that gives New Yorkers a chance to meet active-duty service members and tour ships docked around the city. It also includes public events, performances, and community outreach throughout the week.

Military officials say the salute at Fort Hamilton is just the beginning of several patriotic moments across the five boroughs in the days ahead.