Cinco de Mayo

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.

No, September 16 is Mexico's Independence Day. It celebrates Mexico's independence from Spain on September 16, 1810.

Cinco de Mayo celebrates the unlikely victory of the Mexican forces over French forces on May 5, 1869 in the Battle of Puebla during the French-Mexican War.

They both commemorate important events in the history of Mexico. Mexican Independence is celebrated on September 16 and celebrates Mexico's independence from Spain on September 16, 1810. Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican victory at the Battle of Puebla during the French-Mexican War on May 5, 1862 and is celebrated on May 5.

The 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.

Cinco De Mayo took place in Mexico in a place near the city of Puebla on a hill, that's where Mexican troops conquered the French Army and it happened on May the 5th, 1862.

I am not sure exactly what town it started in but I do know that Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for "fifth of May") is a regional holiday in Mexico, primarily celebrated in the state of Puebla where it was first held, with some limited recognition in other parts of Mexico.

1. victory of the Mexican militia over the french army

2. Mexico independence day.

1821- gained independence from Spain

1846-48- Mexican American war.

1858- Mexican civil war.

1862- battle of Puebla.

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Other than the fact that they are all holidays, practically nothing. Cinco de Maya is day of the dead, St. Patrick's Day is a (Catholic?) holiday and Kwanzaa is non-denominational so they don't have much to do with each other.

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.

Most people dress in bright colors for Cinco de Mayo. Additionally, you may see people wearing ponchos, sombreros and mustaches to celebrate this day.

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The Battle of Puebla occured when French emperor Napoleon III invaded Mexico (along with other European powers, Spain and Britain) to collect debts owed by the Mexican government. While Britain and Spain withdrew their men, Napoleon occupied the Mexican port city of Veracruz. On May 5, 1862, French and Mexican forces met in combat near the Mexican city of Puebla. The Mexican forces defeated the French forces, providing a major morale boost to the occupied Mexican population. The victory is celebrated to this day, in the form of Cinco de Mayo (the fifth of May). In popular folklore, the Cinco de Mayo victory was that of the peasant fighting in the streets for Mexico's Independence from European domination. That view makes for excellent fireside chats, family fables and morality tales but lacks historical accuracy. Ignacio Zaragoza was a skillfull commander and deserving of the rank of General in the Mexican Army. His Army of about 4,500 troops was 20 percent smaller then the French forces commanded by Charles de Lorenncz, but Zaragoza was in the well fortified defenses of Puebla, had superior artillery and they were a battle hardened force. Much of the French Invading force was ill and consisted of Parade Ground or pretty uniformed troops with very little combat training and experience. It was a resounding victory for Mexico.

Well, Cinco de Mayo means in Spanish the 5th of May, but the Battle of Puebla which the holiday commemorates happened in 1862.

Cinco de Mayo is celebrated only in Mexico and the United States.

In Mexico, it is mostly a local celebration held at the city of Puebla, where a parade is carried out. However, as it is a motive of pride among Mexicans - defeating the best army in the world at the time, when outnumbered by 2 to 1 is not an easy task - many people organize small celebrations, including meals or hanging out with friends and relatives, but no special food is prepared for the occasion. Even a couple of beers and salty snacks or "botana" would suffice.

In the U.S., Cinco de Mayo has become a broad celebration of the Mexican heritage and culture.

On the Mexican side it was General Ignacio Zaragoza (1829-1862); on the French side it was Count Charles Latrille (1814-1892).

Different types of foods are eaten on Cinco de Mayo. Some foods that might be eaten are:

Grilled Quesadilla served w/lettuce, sour cream, guacamole & cheese.

Grilled chicken or steak

Vegetables, shrimp or grilled portobello & steamed spinach

Churrasco al Carbón

Grilled skirt steak w/rice & beans or tostones

Pollo al ChipotleBreaded - chicken with veggies in a creamy chipotle sauce with rice & beans.

Ropa ViejaShredded - beef w/maduros (sweet plantains), red onions, rice & beans.

Arroz con PolloWith maduros, chorizos & roasted red peppers.

Alitas al ajo - Spicy chicken wings in garlic tomato sauce, served with white rice and black beans (Chipotle optional).

Pernil al Horno - Roast pork w/red onions, maduros, rice & beans.

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If you are asking how long cinco de mayo lasts, the answer is 24 hours, since it is the calendar day of May 5.

Cinco de mayo is the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, and that took place in 1862; so if you are asking how long ago the event was, that would be (as of this year, 2014) 152 years ago.

This day as a celebration of Spanish American--and in particular, Mexican--culture is mostly something obsrved in the United States. In Mexico itself, 16 de septiembre gets much more attention.

The Battle of Puebla (May 5th, 1862).

The town is Puebla and the battle is called The Battle of Puebla.

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no it is not celebrated with that. it is celebrated in very traditional ways with very fancy costumes and lots of food with parades leading up to cinco de mayo.

Most Americans think it marks the Mexican independence from Spain. However, that happened on September 16th.

The 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.

Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for "fifth of May") is a regional holiday in Mexico, primarily celebrated in the state of Puebla, with some limited recognition in other parts of Mexico. The holiday commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely defeat of French forces at the Battle of Pueblaon May 5th, 1862, under the leadership of Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín.

Cinco de Mayo is Spanish for the 5th of May. On this day in 1862 the Mexican Army of 4000 men beat a French army of 8000 at Puebla in Mexico. However it is a completely different holiday than Mexican Independence

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