Over a hundred years ago, European immigrants brought the  'Mummers' tradition to Philadelphia. Could the most recent immigrants, particularly those from Latin America, inject new life? One would agree judging by the determination, commitment, elaborate costumes, and other similarities that it shares with the Carnaval de Puebla in South Philadelphia.

The Mummers Parade was held for the first time in Philadelphia in 1901 and was organized by European immigrants from England, Ireland and Sweden. The term comes from the French word 'momeur' meaning mime, and the Greek god Momus, who was the personification of mockery and criticism.

The Carnaval de Puebla in Philadelphia, first organized in 2007 by San Mateo Carnavalero, is performed in commemoration of the Battle of Puebla, which took place on May 5, 1862. This date is celebrated with pride among Mexicans having defeated the invading French army.

What similarities and differences do you see between the two?