The History of Cinco De Mayo and How the celebration came to the US
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Whether or not you plan on drinking margaritas today, (no judgement) let’s uncover the the true history of Cinco De Mayo. So we’re not one of the people getting sippin and eating today with no context, thinking today is Mexican Independence Day! 

In this episode, we discuss:

• What happened on this day in history
• One of the most common misconceptions about this day
• If and how they celebrate Cinco De Mayo in Mexico
• How and why Cinco De Mayo became such a big deal in America

Available now, where ever you listen to podcast. 

Where I get my info from:

• Cinco De Mayo)
• The Real History of Cinco De Mayo)
• The Real History of Cinco De Mayo)

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**EPISODE CREDITS:**Research and scripted by host Latoya Coleman (@ToyaFromHarlem).Edited and Mixed by Chris MannMusic Licensed through Epidemic Sound