Cinco de mayo
As you know, July 4th is Independence Day in the United States. In Mexico, Independence Day is September 16th but many people think it's the 5th of May or Cinco de Mayo.
A long time ago in 1862, the French invaded Mexico. They wanted to take over the country. The United States was also in war at this time, so the French were confident they would win Mexico. They also had the best equipment and more money than the Mexican army. Napoleon III of France said before the battle "We are stronger and better than the Mexicans, so we will surely win. Call me the master of Mexico!"
General Zaragosa, who was from Texas lead the Mexicans in battle. He chose the best 4,000 soldiers to fight the French in Puebla, México. There was a big thunderstorm and the French were chased through the mud. Many Mexican Indians joined in to fight with machetes.
Even though the French had nicer weapons and 2,000 more soldiers, the Mexican army defeated them! The Mexicans were so proud! The Americans in the United States were also happy, as the french could not invade the United States next.
So, every year on the 5th of May, Mexicans and United States Americans join in to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! They have many fiestas with parades, piñatas, food and games.
Futura Language Professionals
As you know, July 4th is Independence Day in the United States. In Mexico, Independence Day is September 16th but many people think it's the 5th of May or Cinco de Mayo.
A long time ago in 1862, the French invaded Mexico. They wanted to take over the country. The United States was also in war at this time, so the French were confident they would win Mexico. They also had the best equipment and more money than the Mexican army. Napoleon III of France said before the battle "We are stronger and better than the Mexicans, so we will surely win. Call me the master of Mexico!"
General Zaragosa, who was from Texas lead the Mexicans in battle. He chose the best 4,000 soldiers to fight the French in Puebla, México. There was a big thunderstorm and the French were chased through the mud. Many Mexican Indians joined in to fight with machetes.
Even though the French had nicer weapons and 2,000 more soldiers, the Mexican army defeated them! The Mexicans were so proud! The Americans in the United States were also happy, as the french could not invade the United States next.
So, every year on the 5th of May, Mexicans and United States Americans join in to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! They have many fiestas with parades, piñatas, food and games.
Futura Language Professionals