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MEXICO'S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

MEXICO'S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

The History On September 16, 1810, Miguel Hidalgo called the town of Dolores to take up arms against the viceroyalty of New Spain. Every year, the entire country becomes the biggest celebration in the world to commemorate the anniversary of Mexico's Independence. Also, the official date on which the anniversary of the Independence of Mexico is commemorated is September 16th, however; "El Grito" of Independence is given on the night of the 15th, right before midnight. All of Mexico is colored in green, white, and red during this time. It’s a grand celebration that is illuminated by trumpets, noisemakers, and ornaments...

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