1076: The Battle of Puebla on Cinco de Mayo
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This chapter recounts the dramatic events of May 5, 1862, when General Ignacio Zaragoza leads a small Mexican battalion to an unexpected victory against a larger French force. The battle's outcome, influenced by a sudden downpour, becomes a symbol of national pride and the inspiration for the annual celebration of Cinco de Mayo.
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