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5 May

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Contemporary era

1862

Battle of Puebla

On 5 May 1862, the Mexican army repelled French troops at Puebla (Cinco de Mayo).

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Contemporary era

1821

Death of Napoleon

On 5 May 1821, Napoleon Bonaparte died in exile on the island of Saint Helena.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1789

Estates-General convene

On 5 May 1789, the Estates-General opened at Versailles, prelude to the French Revolution.

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