Death March
Thousands of our countrymen died as a result of these atrocities. I believe that their efforts are something to be proud of. Their bravery should be remembered still. However, the fact is that Filipinos fought in a war that was not theirs to fight during WWII. We were nothing more than pawns. And this irritates me. That's the thing about wars, you see. Its ramifications last for centuries. The Fall of Bataan occurred 75 years ago, and its echoes can still be seen. We, the fortunate ones who were not alive during those dark times, are aware of the aftermath of World War II, even if only subconsciously. It's woven into the very fabric of our culture, seeping into our attitudes and prejudices. Araw ng Kagitingan , also known as Bataan Day and Bataan and Corregidor Day is a national observance in the Philippines which commemorates the fall of Bataan during World War II . It falls on April 9, although in 2009, Araw ...