Judy Rothermel, Broker of Record / Owner EXIT Realty JP Rothermel Blog

In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is a very minor holiday. It’s celebrated more in the United States, as a day of commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage.

Cinco de Mayo actually only celebrates the victory of a single battle which took place in Puebla de Los Angeles, a small town in Eastern Mexico. The French decided to attack this small town because they were sure it would result in a quick victory for them. This would further their attempt to carve out a section of Mexican territory for France.