In May 2025, one of the world's most respected maritime training ships — the Mexican Navy's ARM Cuauhtémoc — collided with the Brooklyn Bridge during a routine departure from Pier 17 in New York City. Minutes after takeoff, the massive 270-foot sailing ship began rolling backwards out of control into the East River. Despite urgent orders to correct course, the ship struck the lower beam section of the bridge — completely snapping off its towering masts. The effect was disastrous. Two young train