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Proclamation 10367

National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2022

This proclamation designates April 9, 2022, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Bataan Death March and honoring all former American prisoners of war for their service and sacrifice. It calls on Americans and government officials to observe the day with ceremonies and activities.

Federal Register Open PDF 87 FR 22099

Impact dates

  1. National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim April 9, 2022 as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
  • Call upon Americans to observe this day by honoring service and sacrifice of former POWs
  • Call upon Federal, State, and local government officials and organizations to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing
  • April 9, 2022 designated as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day

Near term (90d)

  • Observance on April 9, 2022

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 10367: National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, 2022 · Executive Orders