The French suffered 476 casualties in the Battle of Puebla, while the outnumbered Mexicans only suffered 339. M ay 5 is celebrated in Mexican-American communities throughout the U ...

The holiday actually commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

Did you know that Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken as Mexico’s Independence Day Despite widespread belief, this festive date ...

Cinco de Mayo, which translates to the 5th of May, has become associated with tacos and margaritas, but the holiday is about ...

Before Cinco de Mayo became associated with tacos and margaritas, the day served as a reminder of Mexico's triumph over the French in the Battle of Puebla. Here's what to know about the holiday.

Monday is Cinco De Mayo, a holiday rooted in Mexican history that has been adopted by millions of Americans. The holiday is ...

Margaritas, chips and queso, and mariachi music are wonderful—but they’re not required for celebrating Cinco de Mayo. The ...

Pamela Cruz, Mexican Press Agency} As every May 5th since 1862, the people of Mexico commemorate the victory over France in ...

Hundreds of people dressed in costumes representing soldiers marked Monday as the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican ...

Cinco de Mayo marks the anniversary of the 1862 victory by Mexican troops over invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla ...

The Consulate General of Mexico in Laredo celebrated the 163rd anniversary of the Battle of Puebla on Monday. The event was held at Plaza San Agustin before the statue of Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza ...