| About Cry of Dolores |
| The Grito de Dolores ("Cry of Dolores") was the battle cry in the Mexican war of Independence. It is also called as EI Grito de la Independence. On Sept. 16, 1810, the parish priest, Miguel hidalgo y Costilla declared the revolt against Spain. It is called as "Grito de Dolores" or "Cry of Dolores", at present Mexicans celebrate September 16 as their Independence Day. He is a Roman Catholic priest from the small town of Dolores, near Guanajuato, his cry became the cry of independence. The ceremony is broadcast around the country and is repeated in smaller scale in many towns and villages. He gave the speech which is known as ‘Grito de Delores’, saying “Viva Mexico” and “Viva la independencia!” These famous words have been retained each year at the Independence Day celebrations. This Day is a major celebration in Mexico and is bigger than Cinco de Mayo. It is celebrated by a holiday. |
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