Cinco de Mayo marks Mexico’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla. It celebrates Mexican pride and culture.

Cinco de Mayo has become a day to celebrate Mexican heritage, especially in the U.S., but historically, the holiday celebrates Mexico's triumph over France.

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

CNN- Today is Cinco de Mayo! The holiday is not Mexican Independence Day, which falls on September 16. Cinco de Mayo ...

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

Cinco De Mayo is always a party in the United States, with lots of Mexican food served. The holiday celebrates the day a ...

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

Margaritas, chips and queso, and mariachi music are wonderful—but they’re not required for celebrating Cinco de Mayo. The ...

95 95 people viewed this event. Cinco de Mayo Battle of Puebla in Mexico May 5 All Day Cinco de Mayo, (Spanish for “Fifth of May”) is an annual celebration held on May 5. The date is ...

Cinco de Mayo, also known as the Battle of Puebla Day, is almost here. The annual celebration marks the anniversary of Mexico's victory over the French Empire in 1862 at the Battle of Puebla ...

Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo doesn’t mark Mexican Independence, which is celebrated on Sept. 16. Instead, it’s meant to commemorate the Battle of Puebla, which was fought between the ...