Cinco de Mayo or 5th of May is a celebration of the removal of Maximillian and his French forces from Mexico City.
September 16 is officially Mexican Independence Day. The day is called "Grito de Dolores" (literally Shout from Dolores) or their Independence from Spain, and is routinely celebrated in Mexico.Many Mexican-Americans and Mexicans living in the US pay little heed to that occasion, but do celebrate "Cinco de Mayo" (fifth of May) as a patriotic holiday. On May 5, 1862, Mexican forces defeated an invading French army at the Battle of Puebla.
No, it is an American holiday. Some expatriates (Americans living abroad) may celebrate however.
Because 4,000 Mexican soldiers smashed the French and traitor Mexican army of 8,000 at Puebla, Mexico, 100 miles east of Mexico City on the morning of May 5, 1862. more info on http://www.vivacincodemayo.org/history.htmANOTHER ANSWEROn the other hand... The original question was, "Why do AMERICANS celebrate Cinco De mayo?"As an "American", I don't celebrate that particular event.
Mexicans in Mexico actually really don't celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The holiday has a greater meaning in America than it does in Mexico.
September 16 is officially Mexican Independence day. The day is called "Grito de Dolores" (literally Shout from Dolores) or their Independence from Spain, and is routinely celebrated in Mexico.Many Mexican-Americans and Mexicans living in the US pay little heed to that occasion, but do celebrate "Cinco de Mayo" (fifth of May) as a patriotic holiday. On May 5, 1862, Mexican forces defeated an invading French army at the Battle of Puebla.
Actually, cinco de mayo is a Mexican holiday only. This day remembers the battle of Puebla (may 5th, 1862), where the Mexican Army defeated the French invasors (a better and bigger group). In US the Mexican-American persons celebrate it as well, but it hasn't any importance to America history.
May 18th is not only National Cheese Souffle Day, it is also Rooster Day - so celebrate, celebrate, celebrate!
Just as Chinese Americans may celebrate the Chinese new year and others do not, or Icelandic Americans may celebrate Thorrablot while others do not, or people of any other nationality may honor their heritage or not, it can be assumed that some Japanese Americans may celebrate Obon or Tanabata while others may not. It is an individual choice, not a sweeping mandate.
The people in Paris are French and celebrate French holidays, not US holidays. There are some holidays, like Christmas, that are common to both countries, although the common means of celebrating them may differ. Some Americans who are in Paris at the time of an American holiday like Independence Day, may celebrate that day with other Americans or with some of their French friends.
The United States celebrates Cinco de Mayo primarily to honor Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in regions with significant Mexican-American populations. The holiday commemorates the Mexican victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, symbolizing resistance and resilience. In the U.S., it has evolved into a broader celebration of Mexican culture, featuring music, food, and festivities, reflecting the influence of Mexican immigrants and their contributions to American society.
The holiday hotmail was introduced was the Mexican holyday of cinco de mayo A.K.A 5th day of may.
Yes, but they celebrate differently than Americans do.