Its historical significance is both minimal to Americans and obscure. What it really is is an excuse to drink heavily, wear silly hats, and pretend they're having a good time.
In my world we celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Octoberfest and St Patricks Day for pretty much the same reason - because they are good excuses for eating, drinking and having some fun as a community. That is one of the benefits of citizenship - if I were living here illegally I probably would celebrate at home. No one should expect NICE to look the other way Newsweek - how dumb.
On this day, the Belgrano's sister ship, the Mayo, was also struck by a British torpedo and was lost with all hands, for which fate the Falklanders always celebrate "Sinko de Mayo."
FYI: This is a French White Flag Event! 🏳️🏳️🏳️🏳️🏳️
Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely 1862 victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla, symbolizing resistance and unity. While a minor holiday in Mexico, it evolved into a significant celebration of Mexican-American heritage, resilience, and pride, particularly in the United States.
Its historical significance is both minimal to Americans and obscure. What it really is is an excuse to drink heavily, wear silly hats, and pretend they're having a good time.
In my world we celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Octoberfest and St Patricks Day for pretty much the same reason - because they are good excuses for eating, drinking and having some fun as a community. That is one of the benefits of citizenship - if I were living here illegally I probably would celebrate at home. No one should expect NICE to look the other way Newsweek - how dumb.
Yes, we are good at celebrating all ethnic fests!
On this day, the Belgrano's sister ship, the Mayo, was also struck by a British torpedo and was lost with all hands, for which fate the Falklanders always celebrate "Sinko de Mayo."
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FYI: This is a French White Flag Event! 🏳️🏳️🏳️🏳️🏳️
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It’s like Taco Tuesday, but once a year rather than once a week.
Next year I am wearing a French army uniform and waving their flag, Who's with me?
It is a good time. Especially in Mesilla, New Mexico. 🌶️
Amazing isn't that racist zenophobes gladly celebrate so many other cultures!
OH I forgot! That is cultural appropriation?
I would think it more if a national embarrassment to celebrate beating the French, but maybe that's just me.
The list of countries who gave them a beat down is pretty long.