Sept. 16 marks the day when Miguel Hidalgo called for independence from Spain in 1810. Mexico's fight for independence was different than the United States' Revolutionary War. Mexican Independence ...

15 outside the national palace in Mexico City and in Mexican consulates ... and gain their independence. Sept. 16, however, is officially considered Mexico's Independence Day.

The date marks the beginning of the country’s emergence from Spanish rule in the early 19th century, when a Catholic priest in the Mexican ... made Mexico’s day of independence.

On Sept. 16, 2024, Mexicans in Chicago and around the world will celebrate Mexican Independence Day -- Mexico's independence from Spain -- with parades, celebrations and more planned. Stream NBC 5 ...

HOUSTON – Hispanic Heritage Month begins later this week and kicks off with the celebration of Mexico’s Independence Day. The Mexican holiday is commonly confused with Cinco De Mayo ...