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1. www.history.com › topics › holidaysCinco de Mayo 2024: Facts, Meaning & Celebrations | HISTORY

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   Oct 23, 2009 · Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. It is not Mexican Independence Day, but a symbol of Mexican culture and heritage, especially in the United States.

2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Cinco_de_MayoCinco de Mayo - Wikipedia

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   Cinco de Mayo (pronounced [ˈsiŋko ðe ˈmaʝo] in Mexico, Spanish for "Fifth of May") is an annual celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, [1] [2] led by General Ignacio Zaragoza.

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4. www.britannica.com › topic › Cinco-de-MayoCinco de Mayo | History, Celebrations, & Facts | Britannica

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   Oct 26, 2024 · Cinco de Mayo, holiday celebrated in parts of Mexico and the United States in honor of a military victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III. It should not be confused with Mexican Independence Day, which falls on September 16 and was established in 1810. Learn more about Cinco de Mayo.

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5. www.nbclosangeles.com › entertainment › holidaysCinco de Mayo 2024: History, meaning and why we celebrate it

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   May 3, 2024 · What is Cinco de Mayo exactly and why don't people in Mexico celebrate it? On Cinco de Mayo 2024, take some time to learn about the history and meaning of this day of remembrance—and...

6. www.usatoday.com › story › newsWhat is Cinco de Mayo? Know the meaning, origins of May 5 holiday

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   May 4, 2024 · The holiday's name, Cinco de Mayo, translates to the fifth of May. This year, it is on Sunday, May 5. Cities around the U.S. celebrate every year with parades, festivals, music and more,...

7. www.nytimes.com › article › cinco-de-mayoThe History of Cinco de Mayo and How It’s Celebrated

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   May 5, 2022 · Cinco de Mayo literally means “May 5” in Spanish, which is when this celebration of Mexican heritage falls each year. The day, mostly commemorated by Mexican Americans north of the U.S....

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   Why is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?

   • Cinco de Mayo is in fact not our independence day, but rather a commemoration of the Battle of Puebla that took place on May 5, 1862. The battle took place near Puebla City against an invading French Army and ended in a victory for the Mexican Army over the much better-equipped foreign forces.

   Cinco de Mayo — That's Mexican Independence Day, right?

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   What do Mexicans eat on Cinco de Mayo?

   • Since Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexico and its culture, a lot of folks think the official dish of the holiday would be a popular food that originated there — like tacos, burritos or guacamole, similar to candy for Halloween or turkey for Thanksgiving. However, it's none of the above.

   Some facts about Cinco de Mayo you might not have been aware of

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   Where is Cinco de Mayo in Mexico?

   • In Mexico the Largest Celebration of Cinco De Mayo Takes Place in Puebla. The parade winds its way along Cinco de Mayo Boulevard, to the area of the Forts of Guadalupe, just north of the city, where there are fireworks and general celebrations.

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9. www.britannica.com › story › cinco-de-mayoCinco de Mayo | Britannica

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   Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican national holiday that commemorates the country's victory over the French forces of Napoleon III in 1862. Learn more about the history, significance and traditions of this day from Britannica's editors.