Send a comment on this item to LII: Send a comment on this item to LII staff, who on weekdays will usually reply within 24 hours. U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Cinco de Mayo Statistics about the May 5 holiday that "marks the Mexican army's victory [in 1862] over the French invaders at the Battle of Puebla. In the United States, the celebration of this victory has come to be known simply as 'Cinco de Mayo.'" Includes data about number of U.S. residents of Mexican origin and Mexican descent, percentage of people of Mexican origin in the labor force, and related figures. http://www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/013395.html Asterisk * indicates required field. Your Name Your Email Address * We will not sell or provide your email address to anyone else. Comment * Enter the verification code as it is shown in the box below. This helps prevent automated submissions. *