Cabanatuan American Memorial

The Cabanatuan American Memorial is a World War II memorial located in a city north of Manila that honors American servicemen who died during Japanese occupation. A central marble altar and inscribed walls bearing the names of more than 2,600 victims form the focal point of the site.

The memorial stands at the site of the former Camp Pangatian, where allied prisoners were held after the Bataan Death March during Japanese occupation. The liberation of the camp marked a turning point in the recovery of the region.

The memorial displays murals showing Filipino and American soldiers fighting side by side, reflecting the partnership that developed between the two nations during the war. These images tell the story of a cooperation that shaped the region during that period.

The site is located north of Manila and is accessible on most days, with regular maintenance keeping the grounds in good condition. Staff on-site can help visitors understand the memorial and answer questions about what they see.

A second memorial on the grounds honors the Filipino guerrilla fighters who helped liberate the camp. The inscriptions on this monument are carved in both Filipino and English, showing how both groups are remembered.

Location: Cabanatuan

Inception: 1982

Operator: American Battle Monuments Commission

Address: Km. 124 Nueva Ecija–Aurora Road, Pangatian

Website: https://abmc.gov/cemeteries-memorials/about-cabanatuan-american-memorial

GPS coordinates: 15.50972,121.04444

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:45