Frazz by Jef Mallett for May 05, 2013

It is celebrated in some parts of Mexico. Mexican Independence Day is celebrated nationwide.

Clever, but boobies and elementary schools don’t mix…..The nipples alone would make some boys faint….

Now how’s Pastis going to top THIS for a facepalm-inducing ’toon?

he could have gone with 5 jars of mayonnaise

I NEVER tire of Caufield…..would love to see Mrs. Olsen’s comment!

Cinco de Drinko

The Mexicans won the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, in one of the very first actions of the French invasion, and in Puebla it is still celebrated. Ironically, the French themselves still commemorate the Battle of Camaron, which took place almost exactly a year later, on April 30, 1863. The Mexicans won that battle too, but the French Foreign Legion earned its near-legendary reputation for how fiercely they fought, almost to the last man.

Mallett, you’re spending too much time hanging around Stephan Pastis!

Texas independence -1836

Battle of Puebla -1862

So, the Mexicans were out of Texas for over 25 years

Well, She is wearing the Mexican flag, but still….

There are many stories related to the sinking of the “Titanic.” Some have just come to light due to the success of the movie. For example, most people don’t know that back in 1912, Hellman’s mayonnaise was manufactured in England. The “Titanic” was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next port of call after New York City. The Mexican people were eagerly awaiting delivery and were disconsolate at the loss. So much so that they declared a national day of mourning which they still observe today. It is known of course as Sinko de Mayo.

They must have x-ray vision, they’re looking at the back of the box.

@GuardSGT:The grandkids can’t wear a “Pirates of the Carribean” tee to school because of the swords.

Excellent gag, but the balloon placement is hideous. Why put Frazz’ balloon over his forehead when so much other space is available?

Right, but it’s a Mexican holiday, celebrating a Mexican victory over French invaders. Why should Americans either care or celebrate that? You don’t see us celebrating the USSR’s May Day or France’s Bastile Day, do you? Bah, humbug. I’ll wait for next St. Patrick’s day to celebrate… oh, wait….

Hello Jef,This is a rather late opinion on your Cinco de Milo strip but I just had the chance to open my copy of the Sunday LA Times. Let me start by saying I like the Cinco de Milo pun. It follows nicely after the “May the 4th be with you.” However, I was upset at your mentioning Cinco de Mayo as “not the most diorama-friendly holiday.” My last great school diorama as a 10 year old back in Mexico was about Cinco de Mayo. It portrayed the battle between the invading French forces and the vastly outnumbered Mexican army in the state of Puebla. To say that Cinco de Mayo has nothing to offer for a diorama is to say a July 4 diorama would be at the most a bunch of BBQ grills, fire works, and beer. Frazz is unique in that it regards education highly. Caulfield is a great character that is always thinking outside of the box and finding paths to learning through self-initiative. The Cinco de Milo cartoon was a missed chance for Caulfield to educate himself and the public about an important date in Mexican history, a date that, like most of Americanized ethnic holidays, has been reduced to an excuse for drinking and partying by the mass media. Hopefully Caulfield will do a little research before presenting his next ethnic-related holiday diorama. Here’s a link to History.com with an article about Cinco de Mayo.http://www.history.com/topics/cinco-de-mayo Thanks. Israel Medina

“There are many stories related to the sinking of the “Titanic.” " My personal favorite:“The Legend of the USS Titanic”, by Jamie Brockett