In the U.S., where it's celebrated with tacos, tequila and margarita specials, Cinco de Mayo is often incorrectly believed to be Mexico's Independence Day. Reality check: Cinco de Mayo — or ...

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 represents ...

many people confuse Cinco de Mayo with Mexican Independence Day. The day actually commemorates a Mexican victory over French troops in the Battle of Puebla. Mexican independence happened 50 years ...

Although a movement toward Mexican independence had already been in progress since Napoleon's conquest of Spain, Hidalgo's passionate declaration was a swift, unpremeditated decision. "Mexicanos, Viva ...

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March 2 (UPI) --On this date in history: In 1836, Texas proclaimed independence from Mexico. Advertisement In ... 133 injured in Gaza in third day of Israeli airstrikes March 20 (UPI) -- Fresh ...

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum told supporters in a massive rally on Sunday that dialogue and respect had prevailed in achieving a pause on U.S. tariffs and that the sovereignty of Mexico would ...

To celebrate Texas Independence Day on March 2, here are 10 facts about ... On Palm Sunday 1836, Mexican troops marched a group of Texian prisoners under the command of James Fannin out of the ...

Texas Independence Day, celebrated annually on March 2, marks the anniversary of when Texas declared independence from Mexico in 1836. On this day, delegates at Washington-on-the-Brazos signed the ...