Why is Cinco de Mayo celebrated in America?Added on 01/09/2007 to Articles Directory / Holidays & Celebrations / Hallmark holidays / Cinco de Mayo (May 5)
Although it is not an American holiday, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the United States every year. May 5th, or Cinco de Mayo as it is said in Spanish is a time to celebrate freedom. Just like the American July 4th Holiday celebrates liberty, Cinco de Mayo has a rich history behind it. Joining the American armies sometime after the bombing at Pearl Harbor, Mexicans were ready and willing to support with their lives the troops who had come to their aid in a time of dire need.
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