The Mexican Navy’s tall ship Cuauhtémoc departed New York City last Saturday afternoon, ending a six-month stay in the city for major repairs following a tragic collision with the Brooklyn Bridge.
Hundreds of spectators gathered at Pier 86 near the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum to bid farewell to the vessel, waving flags, applauding, and joining in performances as the ship prepared for its journey home to Cozumel, Mexico.
Around 300 people attended the departure ceremony. At 2:45 p.m., ship cadets formed ranks on deck as a military band played the Mexican national and naval anthems.
By 3:20 p.m., the gangway was withdrawn and Cuauhtémoc began its 35-day voyage south. The ceremony included traditional dances and emotional farewells from families and supporters.
The departure brought closure to a painful chapter for the crew and New Yorkers alike. On the evening of
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