The Inheritance of War tells the untold story of thousands of WWII soldiers who were held as prisoners of war in the Philippines, detailing their fight for survival and justice. The film recounts the traumatic experiences of the "death march" across the Bataan Peninsula, the "hell ships" that transported prisoners to Japan, and the harsh conditions faced by those forced to work as slave laborers. Fifty-five years later, the aging soldiers sought justice and recognition by filing a class action suit against Japanese corporations.
The Inheritance of War
The film tells the story of thousands of World War II soldiers who, after the largest defeat in US military history, found themselves captured and imprisoned in the Philippines, where they continued to fight for justice and freedom despite their dire circumstances.
