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

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

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 ...

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 ...

Cinco de Mayo, which translates to the 5th of May, has become associated with tacos and margaritas, but the holiday is about ...

Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla ...

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However, it's often misunderstood as Mexico's Independence Day, which is celebrated on Sept. 16. Despite its significance in Mexican history, Cinco de Mayo holds more importance in the United ...

Cinco de Mayo marks Mexicos 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla, symbolising resilience and defiance. While ...

It’s Cinco de Mayo on Monday, and while most of us associate it with margaritas and nachos, the Mexican holiday celebrates a battle won in the French-Mexican War in 1862. Before heading out to ...

On May 5 every year, people across the United States celebrate Cinco de Mayo, a holiday that is often mistaken as Mexican ...