A vigil took place for the young sailors who lost their lives in the collision of the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtemoc with the Brooklyn Bridge, attended by approximately 200 people, including dignitaries and community members. Emotions ran high as Mayor Adams and attendees honored the fallen sailors, America Yamilet Sanchez and Adal Jair Marcos, whose portraits adorned the site. Amidst the mourning, individuals expressed the importance of community and solidarity in facing tragedy together. The incident served as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the sacrifices made in military service.
"I understand the circle of life. But when I look at the faces of these young people, these young people who lost their lives in the military service that's important to their country, I don't have the logic ... you trust God."
"These are moments when you realize how precious life is, and I'm here today because the people of Mexico that live in this city have showed us how much you love your home country, and you love your adopted country, America."
"We are grieving with the world and our brothers in Mexico. We are very sad over this tragedy. We stand in the rain and mourn because we are all brothers."
"It came out of the blue, they were gone in minutes. They were too young to die and they were not with their families. It was so important that they were here."
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