What is the story of the Battle of Puebla on the 5th of May?

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Zoey Myers

18 June, 10:58

What is the story of the Battle of Puebla on the 5th of May?

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Clarissa Sparks · Answer 1

During the French Mexican War (in 1861-1867), an outnumbered Mexican army defeats a powerful invading French force at the small town of Puebla de Los Angeles. The retreat of the French troops at the Battle of Puebla represented a great moral victory for the people of Mexico, symbolizing the country’s ability to defend its sovereignty against a powerful foreign nation.

Amiah Berg · Answer 2

During the French-Mexican War (1861-1867), an outnumbered Mexican army defeats a powerful invading French force at the small town of Puebla de Los Angeles. The retreat of the French troops at the Battle of Puebla represented a great moral victory for the people of Mexico, symbolizing the country’s ability to defend its sovereignty against a powerful foreign nation.