| − | victory over the larger French Army forces at Puebla in 1862. The day is celebrated in many parts of Mexico, especially in Puebla, with all-day celebrations, military parades, small scale re-enactments of the battle, and religious ceremonies in remembrance. Cinco de Mayo is also celebrated in the western United States that have a large population of people of Hispanic/Mexican origin, including [[Texas]], [[California]], and [[New Mexico]]. In the United States the holiday has an emphasis on celebrating Mexican culture and heritage, and local festivals are held that feature traditional dance, music, costumes, and food of the Mexican people. | + | victory over the larger French Army forces at Puebla in 1862. The day is celebrated in many parts of Mexico, especially in Puebla, with all-day celebrations, military parades, small scale re-enactments of the battle, and religious ceremonies in remembrance. Cinco de Mayo is also celebrated in the western United States that have a large population of people of Hispanic/Mexican origin, including [[Texas]], [[California]], and [[New Mexico]]. In the United States the holiday has an emphasis on celebrating Mexican culture and heritage, and local festivals are held that feature traditional dance, music, costumes, and food of the Mexican people. |