Battle of Puebla
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Cinco de Mayo commemorates the 1862 Battle of Puebla, where General Ignacio Zaragoza's Mexican forces achieved an unexpected victory over French invaders. The holiday, prominent in US states like Texas and California, celebrates Mexican culture through festivals, food, and deals rather than independence. It originated as a local remembrance of resilience against occupation.
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