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Benito Juarez was President of Mexico, On July 17, 1861, he issued a moratorium stating that all foreign debt payments would be suspended for two years. In response, Britain, Spain and France sent naval forces to collect. Britain and Spain later withdrew, but France remained, resulting in the French-Mexican War.
It was during that war that the Battle of Puebla was fought and won against great odds by the Mexican forces. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in recognition of that victory.
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Who was the president of Mexico during Cinco de Mayo 1862?
Benito Juarez
Who was the leader of Mexico in the time Cinco de Mayo was made?
Benito Juarez was the president of Mexico when the Battle of Puebla or Cinco de Mayo happened.
What name is given to the holiday on which the people of Mexico remember the battle of Puebla and a man named Benito Juarez?
Cinco de Mayo (May 5th).
Names of parents of Benito Juarez?
Dad's name was Marcelino Juarez Mom's name was Brigida Garcia Brother's name was Juan Juarez Benito Juarez's niece, Juan's granddaughter, her name is Olivia Velasco, she is still alive, born on Cinco De Mayo 1909, she just turned 102.
Who was Mexico opponant in Cinco de Mayo?
Cinco de Mayo was a battle during the Second Franco-Mexican War (1861 - 1867). At the time of the battle (May 5th, 1862) French forces tried to occupy the city of Mexico, but were defeated at the city of Puebla. At the time, Benito Juarez was still the president of Mexico, residing in Mexico City's National Palace.
How do you say happy cinco de mayo to your friends and family in Spanish?
Feliz cinco de mayo!
What does el cumpleanos de Benito juarez es mean?
"The Birthday of Benito Juarez"
Can WikiAnswers give you information on Cinco de Mayo?
Yes! For information about Cinco de Mayo, visit the Cinco de Mayo category at the Related Link.
How do you wish someone a Happy Cinco de Mayo in Spanish?
Feliz Cinco de Mayo ¡Cinco feliz De Mayonesa!
What name do Mexicans give Cinco de Mayo?
Precisely that: Cinco de Mayo.
What is the traditional Mexican greeting for Cinco de Mayo?
Cinco de Mayo is not a Mexican holiday. It originated in California during the 1860's and is a commemoration of the Battle of Puebla. A simple "Feliz Cinco de Mayo!" will do just fine or "Tenga un feliz Cinco de Mayo!" ("Have a happy 5th of May!") Cinco de Mayo is NOT the same as Mexican Independence Day, which takes place on September 16th and is also known as "El Grito de Dolores" ("The Shout of Dolores," referring to the cry of independence issued on that day in 1810 from the town of Dolores.)
When is the celebration of Cinco de Mayo?
Cinco de Mayo is Spanish for the 5th of May, and that is when it is celebrated.
