Tag Archives: Cinco de Mayo

The Battle of Puebla

Posted on May 5, 2018 by vanbraman

Are you celebrating the Battle of Puebla today? The battle took place on May 5, 1862 and is also called the Battle of Cinco de Mayo. The Battle of Puebla was between Mexico and an invading French army. The Mexican … Continue reading →

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Other Special Days

Posted on May 4, 2016 by vanbraman

This year May 5 is a trio of special days. May 5 this year is Yom HaShoah or Holocaust Remembrance Day. See also my post from yesterday: A Day of Remembrance May 5 is also Fronleichnam in Germany. This day … Continue reading →

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