Cinco de Mayo is often mistakenly celebrated as a major Mexican holiday in the U.S. when in fact it marks a victory in the Battle of Puebla against French forces in 1862. Although its victory was significant, the French eventually conquered Puebla and Mexico City shortly after. In the U.S., Cinco de Mayo gained popularity in the 1980s as a festive occasion to celebrate Mexican culture with parties, food, and drinks, despite it not being a crucial holiday in Mexico itself.
"The fact that Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo as if it's the most Mexican of holidays is a bit like if Mexicans were to take on George Washington's birthday..."
"Still, Cinco de Mayo is not even a bank holiday in Mexico, and yet it's the biggest Mexican holiday celebrated here."
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