Araw ng kagitingan, also known as Day of Valor, is celebrated every 9th of April to commemorate thousands of American and Filipino soldiers who marched to their death to reach another base in San Fernando, Pampanga. Captured civilians and soldiers died of starvation, dehydration, and diseases, while those unable to continue in the march were brutally murdered, even beheaded by the Japanese troops. They served as the sacrificial lamb, taking every hit of violence for the innocent caused by the declaration of war of the Nazis.
The Day of Valor is a significant day honoring the heroism and sacrifices of Filipino and American soldiers during World War II. It serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery and resilience displayed by those who fought for freedom and democracy against tyranny and oppression.
To this date, we honor our ancestors for giving their predecessors, all of us, a chance of the future. They've given us an environment free of harm and full of joy. Their heavy actions in the past made a significant impact to this date and we are forever grateful instilling a day for them yearly and forevermore.
References:
Christopher Klein. (2011 November 19). Filipino Americans Fought With US in WWII, Then Had to Fight for Veterans’ Benefits. history. Retrieved April 12, 2024, from https://www.history.com/news/filipino-americans-veterans-day
Philippine Information Agency. (2024, March 27). 82nd Araw ng Kagitingan and Philippine Veterans Week 2024 to highlight Filipino Veterans Role in Promoting Unity in the Country. pia.gov.ph. Retrieved April 12, 2024 from https://pia.gov.ph/press-releases/2024/03/27/82nd-araw-ng-kagitingan-and-philippine-veterans-week-2024-to-highlight-filipino-veterans-role-in-promoting-unity-in-the-country
Tatler. (2024, April 8). Do You Know Why We Remember ‘Araw Ng Kagitingan’?tatlerasia. Retrieved April 12, 2024 from https://www.tatlerasia.com/lifestyle/arts/heres-everything-that-happened-on-araw-ng-kagitingan
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