Dambana ng Kagitingan
Bataan and Corregidor, the two last bastions of Philippine-American forces during World War II, fell to the Japanese invaders on 9 April 1942 and 6 May 1942, respectively, followed by the Death March. The Dambana ng Kagitingan (Shrine of Valor) immortalizes their sacrifice, valor and love of country. There are three places of interest at the Dambana ng Kagitingan, perched on top of Mt. Samat, found in the town of Pilar, province of Bataan: the altar hall, the area around the base of the giant Memorial Cross, and the view from the top of the Memorial Cross. The huge granite walls of the altar hall, just below the huge cross, speaks of the Battle of Bataan. It’s a story of great sacrifice and extraordinary courage. Our veterans have fought and died here. All they ask is for us to remember. Rate (above) and review (below) the Dambana ng Kagitingan.