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Theme 4: The Early 20th Century and Economic Changes — Test

Question 24 • New Mexico History

How does this statue in Las Cruces memorialize the New Mexico 200th Coast Artillery?

Answer
A
It celebrates the achievements of the Navajo Code Talkers.
B
It honors the bravery and sacrifices of those on the Bataan Death March.
C
It highlights the victories of battles that were won in the Philippines.
D
It remembers those who perished in the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Explanation

The New Mexico 200th Coast Artillery served in the Philippines during World War II, and many of its soldiers endured the Bataan Death March after the surrender. The statue honors their bravery and the suffering and sacrifices they faced, so the correct choice is “It honors the bravery and sacrifices of those on the Bataan Death March.”

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