The mention of bataan rings a memorable chord in the heart of every filipino it is today a symbol of democracy and freedom having been the last fortress of filipino american soldiers against the japanese forces until it fell captive on april 9 1942 bataan has had more than its share of significant historical events in 1647 the dutch naval forces perpetrated the abucay massacre the decended chines limahong used lusong point at the western side of bataan as a launching place the bataan deat