The Battle of Bataan: A Time of Endurance and Courageousness

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During World War II, when the Philippines was invaded by the Japanese, this marked the "Araw ng Kagitingan" which commemorates the heroic act of Filipinos and American soldiers. The battle of Bataan was the most intensive phase of the Japanese invasion of the Philippines during World War II, and there happened the largest army under American command ever to surrender, with 76,000 Filipino and American troops.

Major General Edward P. King of the United States Army was compelled to surrender more than 76,000 Filipinos, Chinese, and American soldiers to the Japanese before dawn on April 9, 1942, and many of our fellow Filipinos suffered and died as a result. The soldiers were ordered to travel 90 miles to San Fernando's Camp O'Donnell. Thousands of inmates died from malnutrition, thirst, and infections before reaching the camp during the hike (also known as the Bataan Death March). However, despite the defeat and suffering, the captive soldiers remained strong and emerged as heroes as a result of the battle.

“Araw Ng Kagitingan” is a national public holiday to honor the people who helped bring democracy and freedom to the Philippines during the World War II era. Every April 29th of every year, we should pay tribute to the heroes of Bataan. They were really courageous and have suffered a lot during that time. We should never forget to pay them respect for their endurance and bravery in fighting and giving our country freedom.  

References:

https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/philippines/araw-ng-kagitingan

https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/bataan-death-march

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