Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that commemorates the Mexican army's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 . It was one of the few Mexican victories during France's attempt to colonize Mexico. The battle was fought between the Mexican army and French forces led by General Charles Latrille de Lorencez. The victory of the Mexican army was significant because it boosted morale and helped establish a sense of national unity among Mexicans.
Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico's Independence Day, which is celebrated on September 16. Cinco de Mayo is primarily celebrated in the United States and has become a celebration of Mexican-American culture and heritage .
.
