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The History of Mexico's Independence Day

Commonly confused with Cinco de Mayo in the U.S., this holiday celebrates the moment when Father Hidalgo called for Mexico's independence from Spain in September 1810.

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The night of September 15th is celebrated in Mexico on the Day of National Independence, which recalls the dawn of September 16, 1810, when Miguel Hidalgo blew the bell of Dolores and gave the famous cry that prompted the people to seek their freedom.On these dates many Mexicans celebrate with traditional foods and drinks, such as margarita.So was born the margarita, an iconic Mexican cocktailSome versions of the origin of the margarita point to…

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CANVA This September 15th we celebrated the Cry of Dolores and the 16th anniversary of the Independence Struggle. Both dates are very significant for Mexicans, as they symbolically represent the birth of Mexico, as an independent nation. This is the most important civic event in the country. READ ALSO. How much do you pay me if I work on September 15? This says the Law Where did the Cry of Dolores take place? The Cry of Dolores took place in Dol…

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In the early morning of September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo gathered the people in Dolores to issue an urgent call against Spanish rule. Although no exact record exists, it is believed he exclaimed phrases such as "Long live the Virgin of Guadalupe!" and "Death to bad government, death to the gachupines!" With those words, he lit the spark that would spark Mexican independence.

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