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What was the battle between the Mexican army and the French army called on Cinco de Mayo?
It was called The Battle Of Puebla.
What are some general facts about Cinco de Mayo?
It was started in Puebla on May 5th, 1862. It commemorates they day the Mexicans won the Battle of Puebla against the French army Even though the french army was better armed and its army was 3 times larger
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.
Where in Mexico did the Mexican army obtain victory on the 5th of may 2nd?
On the outskirts of the city of Puebla.
Who was the General who led the Mexican army at the battle of 5 of May?
Ignacio Zaragoza commanded at the Battle of Puebla.
How many French and Mexican troops fought in the Battle of Puebla?
The Mexican Army had 4,000 and the French had 8,000.
Why was France shocked at the defeat in the battle of Puebla?
They had a well trained army and a two to one numerical advantage.
What group of Indians helped the Mexican army at the Battle of Puebla?
They were from the Nahua-Chichimec people, born on the small village of Zacapoaxtla.
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Who or what is La Batalla de Puebla?
The Battle of Puebla, also known as Cinco de Mayo 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.
What role did Napoleon the third play in the battle of puebla?
He decided the breaking off of the negotiation with Mexican government and ordered the French army to advance towards Mexico City, starting the war. This led to the first battle of Puebla, which ended with the defeat of the invaders.
When was Puebla created?
Puebla was created in 1824.
