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Mexico celebrates independence anniversary

2012-09-16 6 Dailymotion

Mexicans cheer President Felipe Calderon on the anniversary of their independence movement.<br/> <br />The president gave the call to arms that rang out in 1810 against Spanish colonialists.<br/> <br />Tens of thousands gathered for the rain-drenched celebration as fireworks lit the sky.<br/> <br />Amid the music and festivities, a small band of protesters denounced what they say was a fraudulent presidential election.<br/> <br />But they were far outnumbered as revelers heralded 202 years since the start of the revolt against Spain.<br/> <br />The country eventually won independence in 1821.

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