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S15·E12 Bataan Rescue

Episode
Season 15, Episode 12
Air Date
July 7, 2003
Runtime
55 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired July 7, 2003 55 min
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Synopsis

"Bataan Rescue," narrated by Scott Glenn, recalls the daring January 1945 commando raid that freed 513 survivors of the 1942 Bataan Death March who were being held in a Japanese POW camp in the Philippines. Rescuers recall how they did it, and POWs describe what it meant to them. "That's the night I was reborn," says one. "That's my birthday."

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 15 Episode 12 of American Experience air?

Season 15, Episode 12 ('Bataan Rescue') originally aired on July 7, 2003.

How long is Season 15 Episode 12 ('Bataan Rescue')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.

What happens in American Experience Season 15 Episode 12?

"Bataan Rescue," narrated by Scott Glenn, recalls the daring January 1945 commando raid that freed 513 survivors of the 1942 Bataan Death March who were being held in a Japanese POW camp in the Philippines. Rescuers recall how they did it, and POWs describe what it meant to them. "That's the night I...

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