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Yes. They lost the Battle of Puebla or Cinco de Mayo on May 5, 1862. French forces briefly had the upper hand during the conflict for another couple of years, but finally lost the war in June 21, 1867.
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How many years was France in control of Mexico?
France controlled Mexico between 1862 and 1867.
Who did Mexico owe money to during 1862?
Mexico owed money to France, Spain and England during 1862.
What country did Mexico fight in a battle in 1862?
The country that try fought in the battle of 1862 was the french.
Mexico vs France who won?
On the Battle of Puebla, which took place on May 5, 1862.
Did Mexico win or did France quit the war of 1862?
Mexico won. Cinco de mayo!
Why were the french in Mexico In 1862?
France used a financial crisis in Mexico as an excuse to try to expand its empire by taking over Mexico.
What European leader invaded Mexico in 1862?
Napoleon III (emperor of France) qualifies as such.
What wars broke out on May 5 1862?
war between France and Mexico , Puebla
Who was invading Mexico in 1862?
France did. This conflict is known as the Second Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867).
What foreign power took advantage of the civil war by violating the Monroe doctrine and invading Mexico in 1862?
ANSWER The France.
Was Texas part of Mexico on may 1862?
No. By the time Mexico fought at the Battle of Puebla or Cinco de Mayo (May 5th, 1862) against France, Texas had already been lost to the United States (since 1836).Cinco de Mayo is widely celebrated in Texas due to the large Mexican-American population found in such state.
How did Mexico get free from Spain and France?
In both occasions it had to fight bloody and lengthy wars to become independent. In the case of Spain, Mexico fought its war of independence from 1810 to 1821 with casualties numbering between 250,000 and 500,000. Against France, it resorted to a guerrilla campaign between 1862 and 1867 totaling 38,000 dead.
