Lee Skinner, assistant professor of Spanish, said the holiday commemorated the Mexican victory against the French in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. In the battle, a powerful French army attempted to invade Mexico City, but was driven back by an outgunned and outnumbered band of Mexicans from the town. I like that they celebrate with us, too. I wish that people had better understanding of the history and knew why they were out at a Mexican restaurant drinking margaritas. The positive way of looking at this is that it does show the diversity of American cultures.
Every business does it.
Aqui said he expected a big crowd Saturday. Not all local Mexican restaurants are making plans for the holiday. The University Daily Kansan 1996-2000. All rights reserved. No part of this site may be reused, repurposed, framed, relabeled or otherwise used without prior written consent.