Most people don’t know that back in 1912, Hellmann’s mayonnaise was manufactured in England. In fact, the Titanic was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next port of call for the great ship after its stop in New York.
This would have been the largest single shipment of mayonnaise ever delivered to Mexico. But as we know, the great ship did not make it to New York. The ship hit an iceberg and sank, and the cargo was forever lost.
The people of Mexico, who were crazy about mayonnaise, and were eagerly awaiting its delivery, were disconsolate at the loss. Their anguish was so great, that they declared a National Day of Mourning, which they still observe to this day.
The National Day of mourning occurs each year on May 5th and is known, of course, as – Sinko De Mayho.
Cinco de Mayo is relevant to all Latinos like the storming of the Bastille is relevant to all Europeans. It isn’t. It is barely relevant in Mexico where it largely ignored. The celebration of a Bunker Hill-like battle is mostly celebrated in the U.S. where it is an excuse to party and drink tequila (not that this is bad). The 5th of May is not Mexican Independence day as is often repeated, but an uprising against Napoleon’s army in a small village. He came back to crush them, but the seeds were sown and the Mexicans eventually kicked the French out. So Happy Cinco de Mayo to everyone.
………..”The celebration of a Bunker Hill-like battle is mostly celebrated in the U.S. where it is an excuse to party and drink tequila (not that this is bad).”………….
I would have commented yesterday but the Patron I had for breakfast sent me on a downward spiral for the rest of the day. Happy seeeks o mayo mi amigo.
Muchas Gracias Senor Cyril !
Harlista here.
Gio
Oh Yeah! Margaritas, tacos and a burrito tonight, plus some festive fun.
Boss Hawg
Cerveza all around! peace
HISTORY
Most people don’t know that back in 1912, Hellmann’s mayonnaise was manufactured in England. In fact, the Titanic was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next port of call for the great ship after its stop in New York.
This would have been the largest single shipment of mayonnaise ever delivered to Mexico. But as we know, the great ship did not make it to New York. The ship hit an iceberg and sank, and the cargo was forever lost.
The people of Mexico, who were crazy about mayonnaise, and were eagerly awaiting its delivery, were disconsolate at the loss. Their anguish was so great, that they declared a National Day of Mourning, which they still observe to this day.
The National Day of mourning occurs each year on May 5th and is known, of course, as – Sinko De Mayho.
Yes…and don’t forget what you called the 4 Mexicans that were on the Titanic overseeing the shipment…Quatro Sinko
Cinco de Mayo is relevant to all Latinos like the storming of the Bastille is relevant to all Europeans. It isn’t. It is barely relevant in Mexico where it largely ignored. The celebration of a Bunker Hill-like battle is mostly celebrated in the U.S. where it is an excuse to party and drink tequila (not that this is bad). The 5th of May is not Mexican Independence day as is often repeated, but an uprising against Napoleon’s army in a small village. He came back to crush them, but the seeds were sown and the Mexicans eventually kicked the French out. So Happy Cinco de Mayo to everyone.
Toby,
………..”The celebration of a Bunker Hill-like battle is mostly celebrated in the U.S. where it is an excuse to party and drink tequila (not that this is bad).”………….
EXACTLY CORRECT!
Over & Out,
Jeff
I like the Día de los Muertos…..
Damn…….I’m reading this at 11:30 P.M. and I didn’t even notice !!!!
SSDD ; David
Nice one john reed !!!
More gringos in Texas celebrate this day than any Latinos. Viva Cinco de Gringo, Mas tacos y Patron for everyone!
I would have commented yesterday but the Patron I had for breakfast sent me on a downward spiral for the rest of the day. Happy seeeks o mayo mi amigo.