PROCLAMATION NO. 140

: Proclamation No. 140 is a proclamation made on March 25, 1955, by President Ramon Magsaysay declaring April 9, 1955, as Bataan Day and a special public holiday throughout the Philippines.
: Bataan Day commemorates the Fall of Bataan, which is a symbol of courage and heroism marking the struggle of Filipino and American forces against overwhelming odds in World War II.
: It was declared a special public holiday to honor the thirteenth anniversary of the Fall of Bataan and to pay homage to the heroism of the Filipino and American forces who fought in that battle.
: The President of the Philippines, by virtue of powers vested by law, has the authority to proclaim special public holidays.
: The one-minute silence is observed to honor and remember the heroic defenders of Bataan.
: All public officials, citizens of the Philippines, and American nationals residing in the country are invited to observe Bataan Day.
: Appropriate rites should be held in honor of the defenders of Bataan, and a one-minute silence at 4:30 pm is called for.
: It states that Bataan Day strengthens the everlasting bonds of friendship and cooperation between the Philippines and the United States.
: April 9, 1955, is recognized as a special public holiday throughout the Philippines.
: Proclamation No. 140 was signed by President Ramon Magsaysay and attested to by Fred Ruiz Castro, the Executive Secretary.