What is Cinco de Mayo?
An Overview of Cinco de Mayo (May 5th).
By Tania Dooley
Many Americans mistaken the celebration as one that commemorates Mexico's Independence Day, but that's not the case, that day is actually September 16th. Instead, it celebrates a small but important defeat at the Battle of Puebla when the outnumbered Mexicans beat a French invasion in 1862.
Americans make a big day of Cinco de Mayo, even the The Food Network posts their top recipes for tacos, guacamoles, and other cultural foods. But apart from having wonderful gatherings and celebrations (except in the year of COVID), it is an opportunity to have a little more in-depth knowledge of this cultural day. As you watch cars passing by waving the Mexican flag, as you listen to Mariachi's and eat tacos and churros, remember that you're helping celebrate the defeat at the Battle of Puebla.
By Tania Dooley
Updated May 3, 2021
Many Americans enjoy the celebrations for Cinco de Mayo and while they do, they don't know the purpose for which we celebrate it. It is usually festive, accompanied with Music, parades, and traditional foods.
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| Sombrero, Mexican hat. Oftentimes worn by Mariachi bands. Photo by Darrell Perry Via Pixabay |
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| Mariachi performance with traditional wear. Photo by Ernesto Eslava Via Pixabay |
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| Traditional foods photo by Constanze Reichert-Kurtze Via Pixabay |
