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Cinco de Mayo : Yesterday and Today

Cinco de Mayo : Yesterday and Today

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  • ISBN-13: 9780613899703
  • ISBN: 0613899709
  • Publication Date: 2002
  • Publisher: Turtleback Books

AUTHOR

Urrutia, Maria C.

SUMMARY

Cinco de Mayo (the fifth of May) is one of the most celebrated days in the Mexican calendar, but its history and significance are not often fully understood. In the mid19th century, Mexico was in crisis. The French emperor Napoleon III, using the pretext that Mexico was not paying off its debt to European powers, decided to invade and annex it. One of the decisive battles in Mexicos defeat of the French occurred on the fifth of May. Consequently, this day has become a symbol of Mexican pride and independence and continues to be celebrated wherever Mexicans live. In Mexico, villagers reenact the events, playing both sides. This colorful book combines historical accounts with a photographic record of one of the contemporary reenactments, in the village of San Miguel Tlaixpan, to teach children what the holiday means today. It provides a rich source for activities and role-playing that will bring this history alive.Urrutia, Maria C. is the author of 'Cinco de Mayo : Yesterday and Today', published 2002 under ISBN 9780613899703 and ISBN 0613899709.

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