Saturday, September 16, is Mexican Independence Day, the anniversary of Mexico’s declaration of independence from Spain after being under colonial rule for over 300 years. This day represents ...

15 outside the national palace in Mexico City and in Mexican consulates ... and gain their independence. Sept. 16, however, is officially considered Mexico's Independence Day.

This began the 11-year Mexican War of Independence in which Mexico ultimately freed itself from Spanish colonial rule for over 300 years, USA TODAY reported. This important day in history ...