Cinco de Mayo celebrated by all

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Despite recent fears of the spread of the swine flu and talks of closing the Mexican border, today was a day to celebrate the Mexican culture.

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Regardless of current fears and sentiments towards Mexico, Cinco de Mayo celebrations continued.

While some use the celebration of Cinco de Mayo as an excuse to eat Mexican food and drink margaritas, other acknowledge the holiday's significance.

Cinco de Mayo originated from a military victory where the Mexican Army defeated a superior French army at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

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