Cinco De Mayo is a holiday to celebrate Mexico’s victory against the French Army led by Napoleon III. On the morning of May 5th 1862, 6,000 French troops infiltrated and stormed into a Mexican city called Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza in order to bring it under French rule. The Mexican soldiers were outnumbered by the French but still managed to put up a huge fight. By the early evening the French army had retreated. This victory made history as Cinco de Mayo or The 5th of May.

Cinco de Mayo is not just celebrated in Mexico, it is celebrated all around the world. Different celebrations are held in different states and are celebrated for different lengths of time. Many states celebrate with a parade while others hold BBQ’s and throw parties. In Mexico there are big parades that are held, as well as parties at almost every home. People dress up in colorful clothes as well as decorate floats covered in flowers and various decorations.