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Contrary to one popular misconception, Cinco de Mayo is not a celebration of Mexican independence. According to History.com, Mexico’s Día de la Independencia is commemorated on September 16.So what does Cinco de Mayo commemorate?Cinco de Mayo commemorates an improbable Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.Though the holiday is now celebrated across the United…