Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo, (Spanish: “Fifth of May”) also called the Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, is a holiday celebrated in parts of Mexico and the United States, in honour of a military victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III. 

In the United States, Cinco de Mayo is widely interpreted as a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in areas with substantial Mexican-American populations.

Chicano activists raised awareness of the holiday in the 1960s, in part because they identified with the victory of Indigenous Mexicans (such as Juárez) over European invaders during the Battle of Puebla.

Today, revelers mark the occasion with parades, parties, mariachi music, Mexican folk dancing, and traditional foods such as tacos and mole poblano. Some of the largest festivals are held in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Houston.

Sweetie

Manny

Chili Bruce

Thankful for my sis, for the loan of the mini-sombreros, used in honor of the holiday.

Also thank you to The Hubby, who, in smiley silence, assisted with cat wrangling, car key jangles, and plenty of pats and pets to all kitty models for today's pics.

Although a peaceable sort, and do NOT condone war now or ever, I just needed a reason to put hats/sombreros on the cats.

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