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Cinco de Mayo, Mexican and Independence Day

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What is Cinco de Mayo? Is it Mexican Independence Day? Here's the origin of the holiday

The holiday actually commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

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Understanding Cinco de Mayo, which is not Mexican Independence Day

On May 5 every year, people across the United States celebrate Cinco de Mayo, a holiday that is often mistaken as Mexican Independence Day. Mexicans celebrate their independence on Sept. 16 each year.

South Bend Tribune on MSN · 2d

What is Cinco de Mayo and why do we celebrate it? (No, it's not Mexican Independence Day)

It's actually more popular in the United States than in Mexico. And it may have helped tip the American Civil War in favor of the Union.

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Mexican Independence Day

Saturday, September 16, is Mexican Independence Day, the anniversary of Mexico’s declaration of independence from Spain after being under colonial rule for over 300 years. This day ...

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Cinco de Mayo is a bigger deal in the U.S. than in Mexico. Here’s why, holiday's history

as a day to honor Mexican culture and heritage. Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day, which is celebrated on September 16. Cinco de Mayo, a day often confused for Mexico’s ...

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