History
General Facts
Celebrations
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Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France.
What does Cinco De Mayo celebrate?
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The 5th of May
What does Cinco De Mayo mean?
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True or False: Cinco De Mayo is celebrated in the US more than it is in Mexico
TRUE (Crazy, right?)
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1861-1867
When was the Franco-Mexican War?
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Mexican Independence Day
What is Cinco De Mayo commonly thought of?
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Puebla
Where is Cinco De Mayo MOST celebrated in Mexico?
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Ignacio Zaragoza
Who is the general who led the Mexicans to victory?
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Mole, Tortillas, and Tres Leches Cake
What is food people eat on Cinco De Mayo?
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Los Angeles, Chicago and Houston
Where are some Cinco De Mayo celebrations held in the US?
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Juárez
Who was the Mexican president during the war?
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Mexico City
What is Mexico's capital?
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1960s
When was Cinco De Mayo "brought" to the US?
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