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The "Cinco de Mayo" celebration commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza. The Battle was important because 4,000 Mexican soldiers defeated a much better-equipped French army composed of 8,000 men that had not been defeated for almost 50 years.
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Were the Mexicans well prepared for the battle of puebla?
were the mexicans well-prepared for the battle of puebla
Who fought in battle of Puebla?
Mexicans and Americans fought in the battle of Puebla
When was the battle of Puebla between the French and Mexicans?
The Battle of Puebla, also known as the Cinco de Mayo (May 5th, 1862)
What advantages did the French have over the Mexicans in the battle of Puebla?
the french had more soldiers
What types of activities do the Mexicans participated in on Cinco de Mayo?
By remembering the battle of Puebla and
Why was the battle of puebla so important for Mexico?
The battle of Puebla was so important because, the Mexicans were poorly armed, and they were rivaling against French troops that were trained and professional, the Mexicans won. More than 130 years later after the battle in1862, millions of Mexicans and Mexican-Americans celebrate their victory. This celebration is known as Cinco DE Mayo.
What does Batalla De Puebla mean in English?
It means battle of Puebla.
How do Mexicans celebrate Cinco de Mayo?
The Mexican celebrate Cinco de Mayo because of the battle of Puebla. The battle of Puebla is where the Mexicans beat the french at war, on the year 1862. the french invaded only because the American were busy at war, the civil war. But any way this is why the Mexicans celebrate cinco de mayo. It is observed with a recreation of the battle, parade, music, festivals and fiestas, food and drink.
Did the Mexicans use pastries with rocks in them in the battle of Puebla?
No. They used guns, horses and artillery cannons as most armies at the time used for war
The strongest army of the world during the Battle of Puebla?
The French army qualified as such. This is why the Battle of Puebla is so special for Mexicans: the battle was important because 4,500 Mexican soldiers defeated a much better-equipped French army composed of 6,500 men that had not been defeated for almost 50 years.
Do Mexicans work on Cinco de Mayo?
Yes, many Mexicans work on Cinco de Mayo, as it is not a federal holiday in Mexico. The day primarily commemorates the Battle of Puebla in 1862 and is more widely celebrated in the United States than in Mexico. In Puebla, where the battle took place, there may be some local celebrations, but for most people across the country, it is a regular workday.
When did Battle of Puebla happen?
Battle of Puebla happened on 1862-05-05.
