It was an astonishing victory for Mexico, at a time when the French army was considered the best in the world, and hadn't been defeated for more than 50 years. It was also the first time Mexico had won against such odds (4500 Mexicans vs. 6500 Frenchmen). It was also important because the rest of the world expected a quick defeat for Mexico; instead it marked the beginning of a relatively long war (1861-1867) which at the end, was lost by France.
who was sent to tell Sam Houston about the Mexican victory of the Alamo
The result of the Mexican victory was that fallen defenders became heroes to the cause of Texan independence.
The result of the Mexican victory was that fallen defenders became heroes to the cause of Texan independence.
The result of the Mexican victory was that fallen defenders became heroes to the cause of Texan independence.
The Mexican Army.
The result of the Mexican victory was that fallen defenders became heroes to the cause of Texan independence.
what does the Battle of Puebla represent to the Mexican people
US victory and Mexican Cession.
The Cinco de Mayo, which 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.
Vimy Ridge was a victory for Canadians against the Germans and set up for the tactical British victory during the Battle of Arras.
Vicksburg is the most important Union victory.
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.