Capas Freedom March in April to honor fallen war veterans

This April, thousands of people will gather once more in Capas, Tarlac to commemorate an important part of Philippine history. Filipino and American soldiers from various military groups and civilians from national government agencies, local government units, non-government organizations, academe, service organizations and corporations will march, united as one in remembering the sacrifice of the Death March heroes.

This year, with the theme “March for a Veteran,” the event will be more meaningful, engaging and memorable by having each participant march to honor a veteran of his or her choice. During the event, the participants will be asked to carry a placard that says “In Memory of (name of adopted veteran)” while they march. The theme this year, March for a Veteran, is made more significant because the greatest casualty of any war is to have one’s service be forgotten.