When we are eating our tacos and enchiladas on May 5th let’s remember the small band of Mexicans at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862 who defeated the French troops, sent by Napoleon III, to establish a monarchy under Maximilian of Austria.
Granted it took another five years to drive out the French troops, but this battle took on significance as a symbol of Mexico’s resistance to foreign domination and boosted national pride.
When the Mexican-Americans in California heard about the Battle of Puebla, they raised money for the Mexican troops and began a network of patriotic organizations. Over the years, especially in the 1960’s the Chicano Movement highlighted Cinco de Mayo with parades and festivities.
The members of Ripton Parish Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, celebrate Cinco de Mayo and look forward to celebrating our nation’s 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence knowing that our nation stands for freedom and liberty for all.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is dedicated to promoting Historic Preservation, Education and Patriotism. DAR members are women who come from diverse backgrounds and have a variety of interests. Any woman 18 years old or older, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background, who can prove direct lineage to a Revolutionary War ancestor is eligible to join. For more information, visit https://www.dar.org/ For information on Ripton Parish Chapter, NSDAR, Inc. visit https://riptonparishchapter.org/ To learn more about America250! Visit https://www.dar.org/national-society/america-250/america250-foundation-partner