Today millions of Mexicans are celebrating their country's Independence. It was on this day in 1810 that Father Miguel Hidalgo proclaimed the "Grito de Dolores"calling for the overthrow of Spanish rule. Last night, president Felipe Calderon oversaw the traditional start of Independence Day from the Zocalo while a pacific anti-government protest took place nearby.
The video below is concert footage of a mariachi orchestra singing the timeless classic "Viva Mexico!" Despite being associated as a very patriotic song, note that its lyrics also proclaim "Viva America" (video link):
Coincidentally, today is also the Independence Day celebrations for several Central American countries who declared their freedom from Spain in 1821.
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