| − | '''Cinco de Mayo''' (5th of May) is a holiday held to celebrate the victory of the Mexican Army of 4,000 soldiers over the French army of 8,000 at [[Puebla]], [[Mexico]], on May 5, 1862. Is not Mexico's official Independence Day, which is September 16, but is recognized as a day of celebration. | + | '''Cinco de Mayo''' (5 May) is a holiday held to celebrate the victory of the Mexican Army of 4,000 soldiers over the French army of 8,000 at [[Puebla]], [[Mexico]], on May 5, 1862. Is not Mexico's official Independence Day, which is September 16, but is recognized as a day of celebration. |