Why is the Bataan Death March important to New Mexicans? List two additional facts about the Bataan Death March. Your response should be 3-5 complete sentences.(5 points)
The Bataan Death March is important to New Mexicans because many soldiers from New Mexico were part of the 200th and 515th Coast Artillery units that were stationed in the Philippines and were forced to participate in the grueling march. Additionally, many survivors of the march returned to New Mexico and shared their stories, helping to educate others about the atrocities of war. Two additional facts about the Bataan Death March are that it took place in April 1942 and covered a distance of approximately 65 miles from Mariveles to San Fernando. Another fact is that an estimated 10,000 Filipino and American prisoners of war died during the march due to harsh conditions, brutality, and lack of food and water.
