Happy Cinco De Mayo Day When is it? --------------------------------------- May 5 What is it? Mexicans celebrate the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla as Cinco de Mayo, a national holiday in Mexico. Why? ---------------------------------------- French and Mexican Battle Victory at the Battle of Puebla represented a great moral victory for the Mexican government, symbolizing the countrys ability to defend its sovereignty against threat by a powerful foreign nation. How ------------------------------------ In the United States and some parts of Canada, people often host Cinco de Mayo parties with their friends and family. The colors of the Mexican flag (red, white, and green) often appear in costumes and party decorations. They decorate for Cinco de Mayo with balloons, streamers, and flowers. Mariachi bands or other Mexican folk music is also played at these celebrations and there is often traditional Mexican dancing. Another common Cinco de Mayo tradition that takes place is a feast of traditional Mexican dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, and salsa and tortilla chips. Margaritas, tequila and music.......
Posted on: Mon, 05 May 2014 16:08:01 +0000
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