Surrender Site Marker

On April 9, 1942, the Battle of Bataan concluded with General Edward P. King’s surrender of 76,000 American and Filipino soldiers to Japanese forces. This pivotal moment in World War II is commemorated by the Surrender Site Marker, a sculpture located on school grounds in the Philippines. The marker stands as a tangible reminder of the conflict’s impact, and the country honors this historical event with a national holiday. Visitors can reflect on the site’s significance and the enduring legacy of the battle.