When is Cinco de Mayo?

Answer 1

The City of Puebla (some 60 miles SE of Mexico City) is the background of one of the most important battles of all time. On the 5th of May, 1862 the French Army (the world's best at the time, armed with cavalry and high-precision rifles) lost to Mexican militias composed mostly of huarache-wearing, machete-bearing indians. That is why many Mexicans celebrate the all-too-famous "Cinco de Mayo" (May the Fifth): because it is comparable to a bunch of militiamen defeating the US Army on an open field battle.

Answer 2

Cinco de mayo has been celebrated since 1863, a year after the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, which it commemorates.

Answer 3

To celebrate "Cinco de Mayo", a large bonfire is built. People make noises while they dance around the fire to the tune of the music. They also play games and have parades and ceremonies,

Answer 4

The Battle of Puebla, which is celebrated on Cinco de Mayo, took place on May 5, 1862

Answer 5

OK, I'm not sure if this is a hoax, or if you really don't know that cinco de mayo actually means May 5th.

Answer 6

May 5th
Cinco de mayo is on the fifth of May.