Code Of Conduct

Question 1

Article 1

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

Article 2

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

Article 3

Answer 3

If I am captured I will continue to resist by all means available. I
will make every effort to escape and to aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor
special favors from the enemy.

Question 4

Article 4

Answer 4

If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow
prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action 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

Article 5

Answer 5

When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, 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

Article 6

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 in the United States of America.