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What is Cinco (5) de Mayo? 

Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican-American celebration to remember Mexico's win over France at the Battle of Puebla, México in 1862.

 

In the United States, every Fifth of May, Mexican-Americans honor this victory with parades, mariachi music, and  festivals.  They have pride for their culture and heritage.

 

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5 de Mayo

EST. 1862

Cinco de Mayo is NOT Mexico's Independence Day.

 

Mexico's Independence Day is September 16.

 

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