Proclaiming April 9, 1955 as Bataan Day

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PROCLAMATION NO. 140: Proclaiming April 9, 1955 as Bataan Day

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Title Supreme Court: Proclaiming April 9, 1955 as Bataan Day

Law: Proclamation No. 140

Decision Date: Mar 25, 1955

Ramon Magsaysay proclaims April 9, 1955, as Bataan Day, a special public holiday to honor the heroism of Filipino and American forces during the Fall of Bataan, fostering remembrance and unity between the two nations.

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Declaration and Scope

The holiday applies nationwide throughout the Philippines.
Established as a special public holiday to allow commemoration and remembrance.

Observance and Calls to Action

Public officials, Filipino citizens, and American nationals residing in the Philippines are called upon to observe the day.
A one-minute silence is to be held at 4:30 PM as a mark of respect to the defenders of Bataan.
Appropriate ceremonies and rites are encouraged to honor the heroism and sacrifice of the defenders.

Legal Authority and Execution

Proclaimed by President Ramon Magsaysay by virtue of powers vested in him by law.
The proclamation was signed and sealed in Manila on March 25, 1955.
The Executive Secretary, Fred Ruiz Castro, countersigned the proclamation.

Historical and Diplomatic Context

The Fall of Bataan plays an important role in Philippine-American historical relations.
Commemoration serves as an enduring tribute to the shared struggle for democracy and freedom during World War II.
Highlights the valor and sacrifices made by joint Filipino-American forces under overwhelming odds.

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