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History

Discover the story of the Bataan Death March and its enduring legacy — from the buildup to war, through the march itself, to imprisonment and liberation. Each article offers a window into the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who endured one of World War II’s darkest chapters.

Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

Overview of WWII Context

Setting the stage for the Pacific War

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Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

Defense of the Philippines`

“The First To Fire!” New Mexicans Role in the Defense of the Philippines

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Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

Fall of Bataan / Death March

The surrender and aftermath

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Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

POW Imprisonment

Life in captivity, survival, and resilience in Japanese prison camps.

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Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

Hell Ships

The voyages of death

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Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

Liberation & Aftermath

Return and remembrance

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Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

New Mexico National Guard Role

Citizen-soldiers from New Mexico

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Prisoners of war who have been interned in the Hanawa Prisoner of War Camp #6 at Honshu, Japan, 14 September 1945.

Chronology

Defense of the Philippines Campaign, December 1941 – May 1942

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