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While the majority of Mexico ignore this date, in Baltimore, we celebrate.
The celebration for the “fifth of May” spilled onto Baltimore St. a few days early this year. There were booths bordering the streets selling uniquely spiced foods typical of the country. Many attendees enjoyed yards of frozen Margaritas, taking pleasure in the perfect weather and live bands. People danced in the middle of the closed street, celebrating what it means to be Mexican.
What some people do not know about this holiday is that it is not the independence of Mexico (which is actually September 16) and it is a holiday that is actually recognized more in the United States than in Mexico itself. It is a regional holiday that is celebrated in the state of Puebla where in 1862, against all odds, the Mexican army were victorious against the invading French forces. Nevertheless, in modern day America, it has taken on a different meaning. It is a celebration of Mexican culture and Americans with Mexican heritage. It is a festival of identity, and by the delicious smell that lingered down the street, the dancing couples and the handmade crafts, anyone could get a sense of a culture that has a deeply rooted history in the United States.
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