Most people don't know
Back in 1912, Hellmann's mayonnaise was manufactured in England
In fact, 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 for the great ship after its stop in New York
This would have been the largest single shipment of mayonnaise
ever delivered to Mexico . But as we know, the great ship did not
make it to New York. The ship hit an iceberg and sank, and the cargo
was forever lost.
The people of Mexico , who were crazy about mayonnaise, and were
eagerly awaiting its delivery, were disconsolate at the loss. Their anguish
was so great, that they declared a National Day of Mourning, which they
still observe to this day.
The National Day of Mourning occurs each year on May 5th and is known,
of course, as Sinko De Mayo.
WHAT??? You expected something educational from me?
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