Memorial Bataan March
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location San Marcos, Texas
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the Memorial Bataan March on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in San Marcos, Hays, as we honor the incredible sacrifices made by our veterans during World War II. This meaningful event invites participants to march approximately 15 miles from San Marcos High School to VFW Post 3413, retracing a path that commemorates the hardships faced by American and Filipino soldiers during the harrowing Bataan Death March.
The march serves as a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience exhibited by those who endured extreme conditions and unimaginable challenges. Participants can choose to join the "Light Division" for a more casual experience or take on the "Ruck Division," where you'll carry 10-15 pounds of canned goods—donated to support veterans—throughout the journey. This uplifting event is not only a tribute to our heroes but also an opportunity to foster community spirit and camaraderie. Mark your calendars and be part of a day that combines reflection, respect, and physical challenge in a celebration of patriotism!
The march serves as a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience exhibited by those who endured extreme conditions and unimaginable challenges. Participants can choose to join the "Light Division" for a more casual experience or take on the "Ruck Division," where you'll carry 10-15 pounds of canned goods—donated to support veterans—throughout the journey. This uplifting event is not only a tribute to our heroes but also an opportunity to foster community spirit and camaraderie. Mark your calendars and be part of a day that combines reflection, respect, and physical challenge in a celebration of patriotism!
Organiser's Description
Show your patriotism and pride for those who served during WW2. This hike will help you gain an understanding of the hardships our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines endured.
After the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, they also invaded Luzon, Philippines in January. American and Filipino troops fought bravely for three months, but eventually surrendered and were forced into the Bataan Death March with some of the most horrific war crimes of WWII.
60,000-80,000 Filipino and American POWs (Prisoners of War) were force marched for 65 miles under the harshest conditions imaginable. They marched through tropical conditions, enduring heat, humidity, and rain without proper medical care. The Bataan Death March has a devastating legacy and should never be forgotten.
We march to honor those brave men and women who endured so much for our nations cause.
Join us on March 28, 2026 as the San Marcos High School Air Force JROTC march from San Marcos High School to VFW Post 3413 in commemoration of the notorious Bataan March.
Participants will march from San Marcos High School, AFJROTC Cadet Wing to the VFW Post #3413. March will be approximately 15 Miles in distance. Participants may march in the "Light Division" or in the "Ruck Division." Ruck Division participants must carry at least 10-15lbs of CANNED GOODS for the duration of the march. (Please No Rocks, Bricks, etc.) All rucksacks will be inspected and weighed prior to the start of the march. Canned goods will be donated at the end to the Veteran Support Activity at VFW Post #3413.
After the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, they also invaded Luzon, Philippines in January. American and Filipino troops fought bravely for three months, but eventually surrendered and were forced into the Bataan Death March with some of the most horrific war crimes of WWII.
60,000-80,000 Filipino and American POWs (Prisoners of War) were force marched for 65 miles under the harshest conditions imaginable. They marched through tropical conditions, enduring heat, humidity, and rain without proper medical care. The Bataan Death March has a devastating legacy and should never be forgotten.
We march to honor those brave men and women who endured so much for our nations cause.
Join us on March 28, 2026 as the San Marcos High School Air Force JROTC march from San Marcos High School to VFW Post 3413 in commemoration of the notorious Bataan March.
Participants will march from San Marcos High School, AFJROTC Cadet Wing to the VFW Post #3413. March will be approximately 15 Miles in distance. Participants may march in the "Light Division" or in the "Ruck Division." Ruck Division participants must carry at least 10-15lbs of CANNED GOODS for the duration of the march. (Please No Rocks, Bricks, etc.) All rucksacks will be inspected and weighed prior to the start of the march. Canned goods will be donated at the end to the Veteran Support Activity at VFW Post #3413.
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Memorial Bataan March
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$43.40
Participants will march from San Marcos High School, AFJROTC Cadet Wing to the VFW Post #3413. March will be approximately 15 Miles in distance. Participants may march in the "Light Division" or in the "Ruck Division." Ruck Division participants must carry at least 10-20lbs of CANNED GOODS for the duration of the march. (Please No Rocks, Bricks, etc.) All rucksacks will be inspected and weighed prior to the start of the march. Canned goods will be donated at the end to the Veteran Support Activity at VFW Post #3413.
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2601 Rattler Rd, San Marcos, 78666, TX, United States
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