Cinco de Mayo
Celebre! Today we commemorate the history, culture, and ancestry of Mexico. Cinco de Mayo has been a celebrated holiday since May 5, 1862 after the unexpected victory over the French army. The Mexicans were considerably outnumbered and the French were significantly better equipped. Secondly, this was the first battle since the Battle of Puebla that a country in the Americas was invanded by an army from another continent.
Cinco de Mayo is primarily celebrated in Mexico, but celebrations also take place in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean Islands. Join Mexico in celebrating its unity and patriotism by attending a parade, listening to mariachi music, and practicing folkloric dancing! You could even host a Cinco de Mayo party complete with colorful decorations, Mexican cuisine, and of course, margaritas!
Today is also National Hoagie Day
May is National Bike Month & National Strawberry Month & National Hamburger Month
This week is National Pet Week
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On this day in History:
1847 - The AMA (American Medical Association) was organized in Philadelphia, PA.
1900 - "The Billboard" (later called "Billboard") began weekly publication instead of monthly after six years of publication.
1966 - Willie Mays broke the National League record for home runs when he hit his 512th.
1968 - Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Bad Moon Rising" was released.
1986 - It was announced that Cleveland, Ohio, had been chosen as the city where the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame would be built.
Quote of the Day:
Do not worry about your difficulties in Mathematics. I can assure you mine are still greater.- Albert Einstein
Spray a light coat of starch over the interiors and exteriors of canvas or nylon sneakers before wearing them to repel dirt and grime―and protect the just-out-of-the-box look.
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