Hellmann's Mayonnaise

Most people  don't know that 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 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?