Cinco de Mayo is a date of great importance for the Mexican and Chicano communities. It marks the victory of the Mexican Army over the French at the Battle of Puebla.

Mexicans are truly festive; any excuse gives way for a celebration! ... But the most important and exciting are the 16th of September, Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo, the Fifth of May.

Cinco de mayo de 1862 - La Batalla de Puebla ¡Viva México! ¡Viva Juárez! Viva el 5 de mayo! ... What do Mexicans celebrate on Cinco de Mayo (May 5th);

Cinco de Mayo resources for kids and teachers ... WHEN IS CINCO DE MAYO ? ... The celebration of Cinco de Mayo (meaning 5th of May in Spanish) should not be confused with Mexican Independence Day.

Tells the story of the battle which Cinco de Mayo commemorates. ... So, why Cinco de Mayo? And why should Americans savor this day as well?

CINCO DE MAYO; Many books have been written on Mexico, others on Napoleon III, one in Spanish about Cinco de Mayo, and others on battles throughout the world.

In Spanish, cinco de Mayo means "fifth of May." The holiday of Cinco de Mayo, sometimes mistakenly thought of as Mexican Independence Day, may not be as well-known or as widely celebrated as...

This victory over Napoleon's army not only sparked Mexican pride, but may have saved the United States. ... Many Americans think that the festivities of Cinco de Mayo, held each May 5th,

In large letters she saw, "Cinco de Mayo."; 2 "Hey, Mommy, what does that say?" Daisy asked. 3 Mrs. Henry turned the paper over and looked. "I don't know, honey.";

Cinco de Mayo is a date of great importance for Mexican culture and history. It marks the victory of the Mexican Army over the French at the Battle of Puebla.