Battle of Puebla

You'll learn the geopolitical reasons: unpaid debts, European power struggles during the American Civil War, and France's ambitions to establish influence in the Americas during a moment of Mexican weakness.

You'll see how the battle became a symbol of Mexican resistance and national pride, and how its meaning shifted over time—from a military triumph to a celebration of Mexican-American heritage.

You'll recognize how the Battle of Puebla was mythologized and reinterpreted across generations, and understand the difference between what actually happened and how it's been celebrated in popular culture.