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Question 1

Explain the history and reason for the Code of Conduct.

Answer 1

The Code of Conduct was established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on 17 August 1955 as a response to inconsistent and prejudicial action taken by U.S. Military members during the Korean War

Question 2

Summarize article 1 of the code of conduct.

Answer 2

Article 1 - “I am an American fighting in the armed forces, which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.”

Question 3

Summarize article 2 of the code of conduct.

Answer 3

Article 2 - “I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.”

Question 4

What are the four specific items of information marines and sailors are required to give to their captors?

Answer 4

Name, Rank, Service Number (SSN), and Date of Birth

Question 5

What legal document covers the misconduct of a prisoner?

Answer 5

Article 105 of the UCMJ

Question 6

What are the rights of enemy POWs?

Answer 6

Receive sanitary, protective housing and clothing
Receive sufficient food to sustain good health
Receive adequate medical care
Receive necessary facilities for proper hygiene
Practice religious faith
To keep personal property
Send and receive mail
Receive non-contraband packages
Select representations (fellow POW)
Receive humane treatment
Request translated version of rights and responsibilities

Question 7

What are the obligations of enemy POWs?

Answer 7

State the 4 required items of information
Lawful obedience to rules and regulations
Perform paid labor as required
-Non-military labor
-Not degrading
-Not dangerous
-Not unhealthy
Maintain military discipline and render honors to all U.S. and allied nation officers