Why do we celebrate Cinco de Mayo?

May 5 honors Mexican army's victory over France in Battle of Puebla

SAN ANTONIO – When Cinco de Mayo, or May 5, comes around, many across the country celebrate the day with margaritas and other festivities. But do they actually know what they are celebrating?

SA Live asked Alexia Bautista Aguirre, an official with Asuntos Politicos y Prensa, what is Cinco de Mayo and why do we celebrate it?

Click the video above to learn the history of Cinco de Mayo.

To learn more, click here to visit the Mexican Cultural Institute of San Antonio