Cinco De Mayo: A Time For A Festive And Entertaining Party

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Cinco de Mayo is a festive occasion that celebrates a greatachievement in Mexican history. It was May 5, 1862 in Mexico City when a Mexicanarmy of about 4,000 defeated an elaborate French army double their size. Thedefeat is a great achievement because the French army, under the leadership ofEmperor Napoleon III, had never lost a battle in more than half a century. TheMexican defeat of the French army is credited for enabling the U.S. armed forcesto build up their strategic power and eventually defeat them and end the CivilWar. Because of its dual benefit, Cinco de Mayo is an event that many Mexicans,as well as Americans celebrate.

Mexican culture is well known for its colorful and all encompassing method ofcelebration. A Cinco de Mayo party would be remiss if it did not featureelements of Mexican culture. Vibrant colors of red and greed mixed with whitewill set the tone of the festivities. Flowers are also a must have for a Cincode Mayo celebration.

Flowers are perfect at tables and on other pieces of furniture at the Cincode Mayo party. Mexican music that is high-spirited is another feature of Mexicanculture that can set the tone of freedom at a Cinco de Mayo party. What foodsare appropriate for a Cinco de Mayo celebration? Mexican food, of course! Agreat idea for a family celebration is to have each family contribute a Mexicandish. The host can provide tortilla chips and salsa for guests to snack on untilthe main meal is served. Before dinner, the guests can enjoy dancing, singing,and sharing. A piņata is a great activity for young children.

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of pride and freedom. Lest the young forgetits meaning, a moment of reflecting on the reason for celebrating Cinco de Mayois appropriate at some point during the party.

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