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The History of Cinco de Mayo and How It’s Celebrated
Did you know that Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken as Mexico’s Independence Day Despite widespread belief, this festive date ...
Mexicans reenact 1862 Cinco de Mayo victory over French army
Hundreds of people dressed in costumes representing soldiers marked Monday as the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican ...
What is Cinco de Mayo? History, traditions and modern meaning of the day
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
Texas Monthly7d
The Hero of Cinco de Mayo Was Born in Texas
Margaritas, chips and queso, and mariachi music are wonderful—but they’re not required for celebrating Cinco de Mayo. The ...
Portland’s waterfront hosts lively Latin celebrations in honor of Cinco de Mayo
Despite rising fears about immigration enforcement, the Cinco de Mayo festival is back along Portland’s waterfront. The ...
Battle of Puebla remembered in Laredo as cross-border unity spotlighted
The Consulate General of Mexico in Laredo honored the 163rd anniversary of Puebla’s victory with a message of cross-border ...
Mexico commemorates Battle of Puebla with historic reenactments
People participate in a reenactment of the Battle of Puebla during a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Mexico City, Monday, May 5, ...
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Mexico’s Victory in the Battle of Puebla: 163 Years as a Symbol of Resistance and National Defense
Pamela Cruz, Mexican Press Agency} As every May 5th since 1862, the people of Mexico commemorate the victory over France in ...