The Young Chronicle: For 4th Graders May 9th, 2015 | Page 3

Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower
When asked to name a comet, most people remember Halley's. Well, the remnants of the comet fell from
the sky forming the Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower on May 5th, during the Cinco de Mayo festival which is celebrated in Mexico. Watch this video to know more about the meteor shower.

Cinco– De– Mayo
What is Cinco de Mayo?
On Cinco de Mayo, Mexicans remember the Battle of Puebla, fought on May 5, 1862. On that
day, Mexicans won an important battle against the French army, which was invading Mexico.
Why is the Battle of Puebla so famous?
The battle is famous because the Mexicans weren't supposed to win. The French army had
about 6,000 soldiers and the Mexicans had only about 4,500. The French had better guns and
were better trained. The French had already beaten the Mexicans a few times as they made
their way to the city of Puebla, from which they planned to go to Mexico City.
What happened at the Battle of Puebla?
The Mexicans had made defenses around the city of Puebla. The French attacked three times,
and each time they had to retreat. When the French cannons ran out of ammunition, the Mexican commander, Ignacio Zaragoza, ordered an attack. The Mexican attack forced the French to
run away! The Mexicans cheered and President Benito Juarez said that May fifth would forever
be a national holiday.
How do Mexicans celebrate Cinco de Mayo?
Mexicans love Cinco de Mayo! It's a day that makes them feel very proud. There are parties, parades and lots of food. There are festivals with concerts and dancing. Traditional Mexican musicians called Mariachi bands are everywhere.