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14th Annual Bataan Memorial Walk
2025 Bataan Death March - April 5th, 2025
Great Dismal Swamp Trail
The VFW Post 2894 sponsored Bataan Death March Memorial Walk is a time to honor not only the survivors of those who died in Bataan but all World War II veterans and families. The purpose of this annual event is to honor and remember all those who endured one of the most harrowing events in US and Filipino history. The walk is a time to honor not only the survivors and those who died in Bataan but all World War II veterans and families.
The event is held annually at the Dismal Swamp in Chesapeake, Virginia. Our goal is to educate today's generation on the sacrifices of the greatest generation. The event is comprised of three walks: - 16.6 miles - 5 miles - 1 mile. Participants can participate on the day of the event or virtually on their own time. Questions?: walk.chesapeake@gmail.com
Images from the 2024 Bataan Death March Memorial Walk
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Our 13th year of remembering the fallen heroes and survivors of the Bataan Death March as Japanese Prisoners of War during World War II was our most successful ever! Sponsors, donors, and walkers significantly contribute to our mission......
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14th Annual Bataan Death March - April 5th
The VFW Post 2894 sponsored Bataan Death March Memorial Walk is a time to honor not only the survivors of those who died in Bataan but all World War II veterans and families. The purpose of this annual event is to honor and remember all those who endured one of the most harrowing events in US and Filipino history.