PROCLAMATION NO. 277

: Proclamation No. 277 is a proclamation issued on March 23, 1956, by President Ramon Magsaysay declaring April 9, 1956, as Bataan Day and a special public holiday throughout the Philippines.
: April 9, 1956, marks the fourteenth anniversary of the Fall of Bataan, symbolizing courage and heroism in the struggle for democracy and freedom.
: Bataan Day commemorates the Fall of Bataan and honors the heroism of Filipino and American forces who fought together during World War II.
: Bataan Day is declared as a special public holiday throughout the Philippines.
: All public officials, citizens of the Philippines, and American nationals residing in the country were called upon to observe Bataan Day.
: A one-minute silence was requested at 4:30 PM to honor the heroic defenders of Bataan.
: The proclamation was made by virtue of the powers vested in the president by law, though the specific law is not cited in the text.
: Yes, it mentions that Bataan Day has strengthened the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the Philippines and the United States.
: No penalties or sanctions for non-observance are mentioned in Proclamation No. 277.