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Cinco de Mayo/The Battle of Puebla

Often confused with Mexico's Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo actually celebrates an unlikely Mexican victory over far superior French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Read more about this stunning victory!

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The Death of Christopher Columbus

Sunday May 20, 2012

Christopher Columbus

Christopher Columbus, the legendary explorer, died in Spain on May 20, 1506. He left behind a mixed legacy: was he a courageous explorer or a heartless slaver?

The May Revolution

Friday May 18, 2012

Charles IV of Spain

On May 13, 1810, word reached Argentina that Spain was in French hands, controlled by Napoleon. This news didn't sit well with the Argentines and before long a revolution was brewing. The May Revolution began on May 18, 1810 and would forever change the nation.

The FIce Most Successful Pirates of the Golden Age

Wednesday May 16, 2012

Blackbeard

Edward "Blackbeard" Teach was most likely the most infamous pirate of the Golden Age of Piracy. He only ranks fifth, however, on my list of the five most successful pirates of his generation. Who could possibly beat Blackbeard?

Ten Facts About the Ancient Maya

Friday May 11, 2012

Ah Puch

The Ancient Maya Civilization flourished in the area of present-day southern Mexico, Guatemala and Belize well over a thousand years ago. The Maya have always been a mysterious civilization and their lost cities deep in the steamy forests of Central America always raised more questions than could be answered. So what do we know about this mysterious civilization? Here are ten facts about the Ancient Maya!

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