2026 Bataan Freedom March, a 160km journey of valor concludes at Capas National Shrine
The Philippine Veterans Bank (PVB) , in coordination with the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) and the Department of National Defense (DND) , concluded the 2026 Bataan Freedom March . The historic two-day tribute, which retraced the 160-kilometer route of the Bataan Death March in 1942 , culminated in a solemn ceremony at the Capas National Shrine —the hallowed ground of the former Camp O'Donnell . The 2026 Freedom March honors the 84th Anniversary of Valor and ensures that the harrowing sacrifices of Filipino and American heroes are never forgotten. By retracing the 100-plus-kilometer route endured by our World War II heroes, the march served as a living memorial, transforming historical tragedy into a powerful display of national pride and resilience. As PVB First Vice President Miguel Angelo C. Villa-Real stated, “Eighty-four years later, we carry their torch to ensure their sacrifice is never forgotten.” “We extend our deepest appreciation to the hundreds of...
