Honor Flight Pittsburgh Bataan March Challenge

Wednesday, April 9 – Thursday, April 17, 2025 Past event

West Sunbury, Pennsylvania

$30.00 · 1 race

Ultra

Event summary

Join us for the Honor Flight Pittsburgh Bataan March Challenge, taking place from April 9th to April 17th, 2025, in the scenic West Sunbury, Butler area. This unique event commemorates the harrowing 65-mile march endured by American and Filipino soldiers in April 1942, during World War II. Participants are invited to walk, hike, bike, or ride at their own pace, with the ultimate goal of completing the full 65 miles or any distance that feels comfortable, such as 6.5 miles or 6.5 kilometers.

This challenge not only serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by our veterans but also raises vital funds for Honor Flight Pittsburgh. This organization is dedicated to honoring America's veterans by providing them with a complimentary trip to Washington, D.C., where they can visit memorials that pay tribute to their bravery and service. Join us in this meaningful endeavor, embrace the spirit of camaraderie, and reflect on the resilience of those who fought for our freedom. Sign up today and be a part of this extraordinary journey!

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6.5k - 6.5 Mile - 65 Mile Walk/Hike/Ride Challenge
Virtual

Incl. T-Shirt

The Bataan March was accomplished in only 8 days. Feel free to extend the window for your attempt or adjust the time frame due to weather.

Wednesday, Apr 9, 2025

$30.00

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Organiser's description

In April of 1942, after the Battle of Bataan in the Philippines, approximately 78,000 American & Filipino soldiers were forced to walk 65 miles to a prisoner of war camp, Camp O'Donnell. Estimates vary but are as high as 18,000 prisoners died along the 8 days of the forced march.

In remembrance of the WWII Bataan Death March and as a fundraiser for Honor Flight Pittsburgh, we challenge you to complete a 65 mile trek. You may choose to walk/hike/bike/ride that is to be completed at your own pace. While doing this challenge, reflect on the severe physical challenge that our surviving heroes completed in only 8 days. We understand that 65 miles is a long distance, so do not be afraid to complete what you feel safe trying - 6.5 k, 6.5 miles, etc. Our goal is to remember the hardship.

Honor Flight Pittsburgh honors Americas Veterans by inviting them to share in a day of tribute and celebration at our nations memorials in Washington, DC. We honor and thank the Americans who secured our freedom by bringing them to the nation's capital to visit the memorials that commemorate their service. This day of tribute for our war veterans is of no cost to our heroes and is paid entirely though local fundraisers and generous sponsors.