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 ...

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

It commemorates the Battle of Puebla in 1862, when the Mexican army secured victory over France during the Second Franco-Mexican War. Read on for more information about Cinco de Mayo history ...