Wait, Cinco de Mayo Isn’t Independence Day?

Did you know Cinco de Mayo isn’t Mexico’s Independence Day? It actually marks the Battle of Puebla, when a scrappy Mexican army beat the French on May 5, 1862. While it’s a pretty low-key holiday in Mexico (mostly celebrated in Puebla), it’s become a huge deal in the U.S. with parades, tacos, and parties. Next time you’re celebrating, you’ll know it’s about Mexican pride and standing up to the odds—not independence! #CincoDeMayo #FunFact #History #DidYouKnow #MexicanHeritage