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The date is observed to commemorate the Mexican Army's victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla, on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza.The victory of the smaller Mexican force against a larger French force was a morale boost for the Mexicans.
More popularly celebrated in the United States than in Mexico, the date has become associated with the celebration of Mexican-American culture. Revelers mark the occasion with parades, parties, mariachi music, Mexican folk dancing and traditional foods such as tacos and mole poblano