WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M. (March 17, 2023) White Sands Missile Range Garrison Commander Col. David A. Mitchell and White Sands Missile Range Command Sgt. Maj. Devin Winnegan attended a welcome reception held by The Remember Bataan Foundation of Las Cruces, New Mexico. This reception was held to honor the legacy of the Bataan Death March survivors and their family members. The president of the foundation, Dana Knight, introduced and welcomed each World War II veteran’s descendant who spoke about their relative’s involvement in this grueling march involving 66 miles and 76,000 prisoners of war.
“On behalf of the command team, it is a privilege to be back here in person with all of you today after several years of not having this event in person. We are here to honor those who have passed before us,” said Mitchell. “As we conduct the 34th annual Bataan Memorial Death March marathon tomorrow we will be remembering their sacrifices along with your sacrifices. Thank you for sharing your stories with us today, we will carry them with us tomorrow during the race.”
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