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Mexican-American Holiday honors freedom
and democracy in early America commemorating the first years of the American
Civil War where the Mexican Army was victorious over the French Army on May 5,
1862 under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin.
Napoleon
III of France instigated a free trade policy exploiting the friendly Mexican
Government to finance his empire with silver mined in Mexico. He built a
coalition with Britain and Spain to exclusion of the U.S.
The
Civil War lasted from April 12, 1861 – May 10, 1865; which resulted in the
abolition of slavery, the dissolution of the confederacy and the preservation
of territorial integrity.
Originating
in the State of Puebla, Mexico, this day is known as El Dia de la Batalla de Cinco
de Mayo, a day of pride which is now celebrated around the world.
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