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Cinco De Mayo

Published on Nov 19, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

CINCO DE MAYO

WHAT IT IS

  • Commemoration of the Battle of Puebla

What it isn't

  • Mexican Independence Day
  • "An excuse to get wasted" Juliana Burke

Battle OF Puebla

  • Took place on May 5th 1862
  • French militants were held back by Mexican defenders despite the odds
  • Symbol of Mexican resistance

where it is celebrated

  • Mexico
  • U.S. (LA, Houston, New York, Phoenix, California)
  • Anywhere with people of Mexican heritage who wish to celebrate

How it is celebrated in Mexico

  • Lots of food
  • Parades to celebrate the Battle
  • People dress up as rich French soldiers and poor Mexican soldiers
  • Memorial, very serious

How it is celebrated in the U.S.

  • Lots of tacos and enchiladas
  • Tons and tons of alcohol
  • Pinatas

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