Every year on September 16th, the people of Mexico celebrate the day that they gained independence as a country. Find out more about this important holiday!
Mexican Independence Day History 315m4n
In the year 1500, Spain conquered celebrated every year to the beginning of the struggle for freedom.
Mexican Independence Day
Celebrating Mexican Independence Day 21716p
Mexican Independence Day is one of the biggest holidays in Mexico. Much like the Fourth of July, people celebrate with food, songs, fireworks, and - of course - a day off school.
There are parades and public festivities for Mexican Independence DayCourtesy of egpnews
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- The Mexican Independence Day party kicks off on the night of September 15th with special food and a public address by the Mexican President.
- Mexico's first presidential election was held in 1823.
- Mexicans all over the world (not just in Mexico) celebrate Mexican Independence Day.
- On Mexican Independence Day, people decorate their homes and cars with Mexican flags.
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