Mexican Revolution - The Battle of Puebla

Time: Monday May 5, 1862

Place: Puebla City, Mexico

Details: In the 19th century, Díaz had been a national hero, opposing the French Intervention in the 1860s and distinguishing himself in the Battle of Puebla on 5 May 1862 ("Cinco de Mayo").

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