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Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico's Independence Day, but it's a big day in the U.S.
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 ...
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Why Do Americans Celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Is It The Mexican Independence Day? Explore The History Here
Napoleon III aimed to establish a French empire in Mexican territory.
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The Meaning of Cinco de Mayo in Mexico—and How It's Celebrated in Puebla
The Mexican leader was General Ignacio Zaragoza, and after that day the city's name was changed to Puebla de Zaragoza in his honor. Cinco de Mayo is more than just a date in Puebla, the capital of ...