Oct 23, 2009 · Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco …

May 5 is the 125th day of the year (126th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar; 240 days remain until the end of the year.

Historical events for the 5th of May. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on May 5.

Cinco de Mayo (Mexican Spanish: [ˈsiŋko ðe ˈmaʝo]; Spanish for 'Fifth of May') is an annual celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire at the …

On This Day In History - May 5: anniversaries, birthdays, major events, and time capsules. This day's facts in the arts, politics, and sciences.

Discover what happened on May 5 with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

May 4, 2024 · Celebrated annually on May 5, Cinco de Mayo recognizes Mexico's victory over the Second French Empire led by Napoleon III at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. The holiday has …

Oct 23, 2009 · On May 5, 1919, the delegation from Italy—led by Prime Minister Vittorio Orlando and Foreign Minister Sidney Sonnino—announce that they will return to the Versailles Peace …

May 5, 2011 · What happened on this day in history, May 5. See what historical events occurred, which famous people were born and who died on May 5.

Apr 29, 2024 · This article delves into a collection of significant historical events that occurred on May 5th, each marking profound impacts on global history, culture, and politics.