* Literally "the Fifth of May," Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican Holiday celebrating the Battle of Puebla, which took place on May 5, 1862. In 1861, France sent a massive army to invade Mexico, as they wanted to collect on some war debts. The French army was much larger, better trained and equipped than the Mexicans struggling to defend the road to Mexico City. It rolled through Mexico until it reached Puebla, where the Mexicans made a valiant stand, and, against all logic, won a huge victory. It was short-lived, as the French army regrouped and continued; eventually taking Mexico City, but the euphoria of an unlikely victory against overwhelming odds is remembered every May fifth.
Latino's are a happy people.
4 comments:
I did not know that about Cinco de Mayo! Thanks for sharing.
i'm learning things over here, and yes they are happy people and so colourful! xx
Yes they are a happy people! I did not know what this celebration was about,thanks for letting me know!
Indeed they are a happy people...I have had opportunity to work for them in a Food Service setting.
Great Cooks too! :)
We have a family that lives across the street and all summer long you can hear their music playing...mostly because it is way too loud, but I love the music too!
Great Post/Sharing Sister!!! :)
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