Feliz Cinco de Mayo from PartnerShip

05/05/2014 — Scott Frederick

Cinco de Mayo—or the fifth of May—commemorates the Mexican army's 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). A relatively minor holiday in Mexico, in the United States Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage, particularly in areas with large Mexican-American populations. Cinco de Mayo traditions include parades, mariachi music performances and street festivals in cities and towns across Mexico and the United States.

If you're interested in learning more, the History Channel website has more interesting historic details, facts and foods for this holiday.

If you're celebrating Cinco de Mayo today, please do so responsibly; and know that the PartnerShip team of shipping experts is here to help you with your shipping needs on May 5, and every day thereafter.