Battle of Puebla, Battle site in Mexico
The Battle of Puebla took place on 5 May 1862, near the city of Puebla during the French intervention in Mexico.
This battle ended in a victory for the Mexican army over the occupying French soldiers.
The battle is celebrated in the Cinco de Mayo holiday, which commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory.
Today, you can visit the Forts of Loreto and Guadalupe where the battle was fought.
Puebla is the only battle that the French lost in their attempt to invade Mexico.
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Location
Part of
Second French intervention in Mexico
GPS coordinates
19.05000,-98.20778
Latest update
August 31, 2026 11:52
