On 14 September, H.E. Ambassador Juan Sandoval Mendiolea presided over the commemoration of the 213th anniversary of Mexico’s struggle for independence and the Grito Ceremony in Warsaw, which was attended by more than 600 participants. This year also marks the 95th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Poland and Mexico.
The ceremony, held in the fortress on ul. Zakroczymska, opened with a speech by H.E. the Ambassador of Mexico to Poland, Juan Sandoval Mendiolea, who, on the occasion of the anniversary, focused on presenting diplomatic relations and the development of bilateral cooperation between Mexico and Poland. The Ambassador also highlighted the steady increase in economic exchanges between the two countries. The numerous guests then listened to a speech by Wojciech Gerwel, Undersecretary of State at the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, who, among other things, highlighted the significant role of Mexico in the economic exchange with Poland.
The reception was attended by a number of representatives of the diplomatic corps, Polish government officials, representatives of the business sector, educational and cultural institutions, and the large Mexican community living in Poland.
The highlight of the event was the shout of independence GRITO DE INDPENDENCIA performed by the Mexican Ambassador. It was a touching moment with the ambassador waving the flag of Mexico. At the same moment, the ringing of a bell sounded and shouts of VIVA MEXICO!
This symbolic custom began in Mexico in 1810, when Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a priest from Dolores near Guanajuato, rang bells to call on Mexicans to fight for the country’s independence against Spain. Thus began a national uprising with Hidalgo as leader. The struggle lasted ten years until 1821, when Mexico gained full independence.
To commemorate these events, every year on 15 September, Mexicans celebrate Independence Day, and in the capital Mexico City at 10:00 pm, the country’s president appears on the balcony of the Palacio Nacional to raise a shout of freedom. Everyone then sings the national anthem. There is also a fireworks display. Admittedly, there were no fireworks at the ceremony in Warsaw, but the event’s guests were completely absorbed in observing the GRITO ceremony, to be followed by a party with Mexican music. Artists performed popular national songs and dances. There was no end to the music, dancing and singing. A big highlight of the evening was also the opportunity to taste excellent Mexican cuisine, which was the first to be included on the UNESCO culinary heritage list.
On the special day, the entire fortress was adorned with flags and decorations in the national colours of Mexico: green, white and red.
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