I've never figured out why it was such a big deal. I may be Hispanic but I've NEVER celebrated this day. People say the reason they celebrate it is because it's a celebration of Mexico's independence. Sorry to tell you guys, Mexico declared their independence from Spain on September 15, 1810.
So why do they celebrate this "glorious" day? Over here in Texas, I say it's just an excuse to party and get drunk off your ass. That is what most people do, not just Mexicans but all other races and ethnicities, it's really funny.
If anything I've said so far is somewhat humorous, you should check out this link. Cinco History This site makes me laugh so hard it hurts. Because of things like this,
"The 5th of May is not Mexican Independence Day, but it should be! And Cinco de Mayo is not an American holiday, but it should be. Mexico declared its independence from mother Spain on midnight, the 15th of September, 1810. And it took 11 years before the first Spanish soldiers were told and forced to leave Mexico.
So, why Cinco de Mayo? And why should Americans savor this day as well? Because 4,000 Mexican soldiers smashed the French and traitor Mexican army of 8,000 at Puebla, Mexico, 100 miles east of Mexico City on the morning of May 5, 1862
...Mexicans, you see, never forget who their friends are, and neither do Americans. That's why Cinco de Mayo is such a party -- A party that celebrates freedom and liberty. There are two ideals which Mexicans and Americans have fought shoulder to shoulder to protect, ever since the 5th of May, 1862. VIVA! el CINCO DE MAYO!!"
Maybe it's wrong for me to say this makes me giggle, but come on. Seriously people, Cinco de Mayo is bigger in the US because why? People love having an excuse to get drunk and party.
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