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008 Cinco de Mayo - One Minute History
Cinco De Mayo celebrates Mexico’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. Contrary to popular belief, it has nothing to do with Mexican Independence. After losing half of its national territory to the United States during the...
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081 Dia De Los Muertos - One Minute History
The ancient Aztecs believed that the souls of their ancestors went to a place called Mictlan. Protected by the goddess Mictecacihuatl, these souls would return to earth to visit their living relatives during a festival dedicated to her...
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Cinco de Mayo - Holidays and Traditions - One Minute History
The history and cultural significance behind Cinco De Mayo.
One Minute History
Dia De Los Muertos - Day of the Dead - One Minute History
The ancient Aztecs believed that the souls of their ancestors went to a place called Mictlan. Protected by the goddess Mictecacihuatl, these souls would return to earth to visit their living relatives during a festival dedicated to her...