The Emperor of France at the time, notorious for desiring more land.
Who is Napoleon
100
One of the only battles won by the Mexicans early on in the war. It is now celebrated on May 5th or Cinco de Mayo.
What is the Battle of Puebla
100
The battle that is celebrated by the Mexicans on May 5th
What is the Battle of Puebla
100
Most people think Cinco de Mayo is celebrated all across the country of Mexico, however it is only celebrated where this battle occurred
What is Puebla
100
A popular Mexican drink where water is combined with fruit and other flavors
What is agua fresco
200
The President of Mexico during the Franco-Mexican War, forced to retreat back to Central Mexico after the first French attack.
Who is Benito Juarez
200
Commonly thought of as Cinco de Mayo, Mexican Independence actually occurred on this date.
What is September 16th
200
This country to the North of Mexico supported their fight against the French, yet could not help due to being preoccupied with their own civil war.
Who is the United States
200
A massive one of these is held in Puebla every year, showcasing many brightly colored floats
What is a parade
200
A dish served quite often on Cinco de Mayo that can be served on a tortilla or a plate, having a tomato base with chipotle peppers, onion and garlic in an adobo sauce.
What is chicken tinga
300
The French general who coordinated the attack on Puebla
Who is General Charles Latrille de Lorencez
300
The Franco-Mexican War began in this year, just one year after the American Civil War began to the North.
What is 1862
300
The French were the only country to stay in Mexico after these two European powers withdrew after a joint military intervention.
Who are Great Britain and Spain
300
A famous Mexican tradition seen during Cinco de Mayo celebrations, typically a paper animal or object filled with candies and sweets
What is a pinata
300
A famous Mexican dish that just so happens to resemble the colors of the Mexican flag. This dish has picadillo stuffed poblano pepper dipped in an egg batter, then fried and topped with a walnut sauce, pomegranate and parsley.
What is Chiles en Nogada
400
The Mexican's head general in the war, credited as being the general, who lead the army to the unlikely victory at Puebla.
Who is General Ignacio Zaragoza
400
After having control of Mexico for a short while Napoleon removed his troops allowing the Mexicans to reclaim their land in this year, just 5 years after the Battle of Puebla
What is 1867
400
After losing this many men, the French withdrew from Puebla to regroup, having now 30x more troops to overtake Mexico City.
What is 1,000
400
Type of musical group seen often, especially during Mexican holidays that is made of a group of trumpet players
What is a mariachi band
400
A fried tortilla topped with chopped onion, salsa, shredded meat and even cheese in some cases
What are chalupas
500
A lesser known general of the Mexican army who repelled the attempted flank by the French.
Who is General Porfirio Diaz
500
This date marks the end of the French occupation of Mexico
What is May 15th, 1867
500
The Mexicans, despite being greatly outnumbered and poorly armed only suffered this many casualties.
What is 250
500
An activity where people dress as both French and Mexican soldiers on Cinco de Mayo
What is a war reenactment
500
This dish is considered to be the most iconic dish in Puebla during this celebration. It is a thick sauce, containing many ingredients including chili peppers and chocolate; often served over chicken.