Sydney, Australia - Warships from 17 nations sailed into Sydney Harbour today to join the city's centenary celebrations of the Australian navy fleet's first visit. Around 40 warships - as well as 16 tall ships - will participate in the International Fleet Review on Saturday, which is the main event commemorating the arrival of the original Royal Australian Navy fleet a century ago. Welcoming the fleet, Governor-General Quentin Bryce said: "Across this century, Australians have taken great pride in our RAN (Royal Australian Navy), the fine values that it represents in our hearts." Kath Venn, the daughter of a sailor from the original fleet, said she considered it "a great honour" to be present at the event. (FA)
