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Cinco de Mayo, Mexican army and Independence Day

Austin American-Statesman on M… · 2d

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.

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.

Florida Today on MSN · 3d

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

Here’s a quick breakdown of the history of Cinco de Mayo, when it is and why it’s celebrated more in the U.S. than it is in its country of origin.

2don MSN

What is Cinco de Mayo? Here's a hint: It's not Mexican Independence Day.

Cinco de Mayo, which means “Fifth of May” in Spanish, is also more formally known as the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla.

Jacksonville Journal-Courier on MSN4d

How a Mexican battle victory gave rise to a popular U.S. celebration

Monday is Cinco De Mayo, a holiday rooted in Mexican history that has been adopted by millions of Americans. The holiday is ...

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