Sailboats from yacht clubs from across America gather in NY harbor.  

Fire Commissioner VonEssen views the sailboats with his wife.

Television crews get ready to record the event.

The VonEssen's pose for a photo with Suzie, Nancy and Buffy.

Sailboats, big and small, share in the event....

...And even a commercial vessel now and then.

The President of the NY Sailing Foundation shares his thoughts.

Looking for the wind.

Lots of Press were on hand to conduct interviews.

The TV Crew from Fox 5 discuss their next interview.

Buffy photographs me taking a photo of her with the Foundation President

The American Flag was everywhere on this special day.

Suzie and Mrs. VonEssen smile for the camera.

Tom, Suzie, Foundation Pres, America Cup Champ and Commodore Mike.

More plans for TV coverage.

It's NY Yacht Club President Mike's turn to be interviewed. 

Tom takes a moment to pose for a photo with Buffy.

The old and the young celebrate the day.

...John and Tom.  Come skiing Tom.  You'll enjoy a fun day.

More old ships, "The Bounty"

...In the shadow of "Mother Liberty."

NY State Office Candidate Alan Hevesi with Nancy, Buffy & John.

More photo ops.

...and joined by a Councilman and the Ritz Carlton for the Press.

"What should I do now?"  Mike asks.

It's the Councilman's turn in front of the mic.

A cruise ship arrives to share in the celebration.

A past America's Cup Winner says "Hi" to Mother Liberty.

And business continues...

This family lost a loved one...and suggested that Banners fly on the sailboats

Buffy joins the group to listen to the presentations.

Commodore Mike with the Coast Guard and "One Man Around the World"

The Vikings were even there to share in the celebration.

The day draws to an end with the flag still flying.

The last event was the parade of "Rescue Boats."

...as they pass in front of Jersey City.

And life on the Hudson River returns to normal.

But some do not want the day to end.

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