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The Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, was fought during the French intervention in Mexico, primarily as a result of France's attempt to establish a monarchy under Maximilian I. Mexican forces, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, faced a well-equipped French army seeking to capture the city of Puebla as a strategic point to advance toward Mexico City. Despite being heavily outnumbered, the Mexican troops achieved a surprising victory, which bolstered national pride and resistance against foreign intervention. This victory is commemorated annually in Mexico as Cinco de Mayo.

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When did the Battle of Puebla happen?

On 5 May 1862.


What was the battle that took place on May 5 1862?

The Mexican Civil War.


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What does the phrase Cinco de Mayo mean and why is it an important day in Mexican history?

Cinco de Mayo means May 5. It is significant in Mexico's history because Mexican forces were victorious against the French in the Battle of Pueblo during the French-Mexican War on May 5, 1862.


What is the actual battle between the French and Mexican forces on Cinco de Mayo called?

The war in which the Battle of Puebla was fought was the French-Mexican War. The unlikely Mexican victory is celebrated on the anniversary of the May 5, 1862 each year.


What celebration is for the Battle of Puebla?

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The battle of Puebla happened on May 5, 1862.


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What do you celebrate on Cinco de Mayo?

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Who was Mexican general Ignacio Zaragoza?

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