The history of it … THE BATTLE OF PUEBLA .. ‘Though Cinco de Mayo is a commemoration of the Battle of Puebla in 1862, it is more widely and vigorously celebrated in the U.S. than in Mexico!’
¡Hola Amigos! Hoy es Sábado, el Cinco de Mayo, y … what? You didn’t understand … oh … okay … back to Inglés then. Today, for those who haven’t yet looked at the calendar, is May 5th, or Cinco de Mayo. Though Cinco de Mayo is a commemoration of the Battle of Puebla in 1862, it is more widely and vigorously celebrated in the U.S. than in Mexico!
The History
In 1861, Benito Juárez—a lawyer and member of the indigenous Zapotec tribe—was elected president of Mexico. At the time, the country was in financial ruin after years of internal strife, and the new president was forced to default on debt payments to European governments.
In response, France, Britain and Spain sent naval forces to Veracruz, Mexico, demanding repayment. Britain and Spain negotiated with Mexico and withdrew their forces.
France, however, ruled by Napoleon III, decided to use the…
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Not surprisingly, the WH no longer celebrates this occasion.
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He doesn’t care … anyway it’s an American ‘tradition’ … will post something about it in a while.
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Horty, Good to read the history of Cinco de Mayo!!! Phil
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Hi there!! Good to know … in a bit, I’ll post a short video explaining more!!
Hugs, dear friend!! TY …
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Horty, See my very recent FB private message to you about the Puerto Rico National Guard transport airplane crash. Phil
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I will look … so sad!! It always happens … Puerto Ricans giving their lives for this country!!
Did you tag me or message? Going to look …
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Got it!! Let me read on …
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Mexico post done … take a look when you can! The FB video is quite good!! TY … hugs!!
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