Battle of Bataan

The Battle of Bataan, fought in April 1942 during World War II, was a significant conflict in the Philippines where Allied forces, primarily American and Filipino troops, defended the Bataan Peninsula against the advancing Japanese army. Despite fierce resistance, they were overwhelmed due to shortages of supplies and reinforcements. After three months, they surrendered, leading to the infamous "Bataan Death March," where thousands of prisoners were force-marched under brutal conditions. The battle symbolized bravery and resistance against overwhelming odds, and it heightened global awareness of the Japanese threat in the Pacific.