The Cinco de Mayo holiday commemorates Mexico's defeat of French forces on May 5, 1862. In the legendary Battle of Puebla, a Mexican army of 4,500 men faced off against 6,000 well-trained French soldiers. The four-hour battle ended in victory for the Mexican army. This holiday and Mexican Independence Day on Sept. 16 have traditionally been times to celebrate Mexican heritage and culture.
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