Bataan Death March Survivor Testimony
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What caused the American troops to surrender in Bataan?

  • Shortage of supplies needed for defense
  • Inadequate clothing for the cold jungle nights
  • Lack of communication due to speaking different languages
  • Exhaustion and illness among the troops (correct)
  • Why were the American troops stationed near Corregidor unable to provide aid to the defenders in Bataan?

  • They were not aware of the situation in Bataan
  • They were too weak from sickness and exhaustion (correct)
  • They were surrounded by Japanese forces
  • They did not have enough ammunition
  • What was one of the challenges faced by the American troops during the Bataan Death March?

  • Swimming across shark-infested waters
  • Building shelters in the harsh jungle environment
  • Marching long distances without enough food or water (correct)
  • Hunting for food in the jungle
  • How did the Japanese guards treat the American prisoners during the Bataan Death March?

    <p>Forced them to march without enough food or water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the American troops surrender in Bataan according to the text?

    <p>They were sick, exhausted, and had insufficient supplies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What difficulties did the American troops face that contributed to their surrender in Bataan?

    <p>Suffering from illnesses, exhaustion, and lack of supplies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Japanese forces impact the defenders in Bataan before their surrender?

    <p>Shelled them and prevented supplies from reaching them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the surrender of both American and Filipino soldiers in Bataan?

    <p>'Surrender sickness' among their ranks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge did most American prisoners face after leaving Mariveles in southern Bataan?

    <p>'Starvation march' without enough food or water</p> Signup and view all the answers

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