Articles Of The Code Of Conduct

Question 1

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Answer 1

I am an American,

fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life.

I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

Question 2

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Answer 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 3

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Answer 3

If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available.

I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape.

I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

Question 4

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Answer 4

If I become a POW, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners.

I will give no information or take part in any actions which might be harmful to my comrades.

If I am senior, I will take command.

If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me, and will back them up in every way.

Question 5

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Answer 5

When questioned, should I become a POW, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth.

I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability.

I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.

Question 6

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Answer 6

I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free.

I will trust in my God and the United States of America.