Día de los Niños Héroes(Mexico)
Día de los Niños Héroes is a Mexican memorial day on 13 September honoring the young cadets who fell defending Chapultepec Castle during the Mexican–American War in 1847.
Observed annually in Mexico on 13 September, Día de los Niños Héroes commemorates six teenage military cadets who died defending Chapultepec Castle against U.S. forces in 1847. The story of their bravery has become a symbol of national pride and sacrifice. Schools and military academies hold ceremonies, laying wreaths at monuments dedicated to the cadets. The day serves as a reminder of Mexico’s historical struggles and the courage of its youth. Families across the nation reflect on patriotic values and the cost of sovereignty.
Día de los Niños Héroes