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Today in Military History

May 5 in Military HistoryToday

Mexican soldiers defending the fortifications at Puebla against French assault, May 5, 1862

Defining Moment · 164 years ago today

Battle of Puebla: Cinco de Mayo

A Mexican army of 4,500 under General Ignacio Zaragoza defeated 6,000 French troops at Puebla, one of the most celebrated victories in Mexican history. The French army, considered the world's finest, had not suffered a major defeat in nearly 50 years. Although France ultimately captured Mexico City the following year, the victory became a powerful symbol of national resistance.

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