National Former POW Recognition Day

April 9th is designated by Congress as the Presidentially proclaimed observance of National Former POW Recognition Day. On April 9, 1942 United States forces surrendered on the Bataan Peninsula, beginning the Bataan Death March. The park observes the day through programs and raising the Avenue of Flags in the national cemetery.

2015 Presidential Proclamation
2014 Presidential Proclamation
2013 Presidential Proclamation
2012 Presidential Proclamation
2011 Presidential Proclamation

Last updated: July 31, 2015

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Andersonville National Historic Site
496 Cemetery Road

Andersonville, GA 31711

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229 924-0343

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