Code of Conduct

Question 1

Article I

Answer 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 2

Article II

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 III

Answer 3

If I am captured, I will continue to resist by ALL means necessary. 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

Article IV

Answer 4

If I become a POW, I will keep FAITH with my fellow prisoners. I will give NO information nor 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 and their orders.

Question 5

Article V

Answer 5

When questioned as a POW, I am required ONLY to give my name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will refuse to answer any further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make NO oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or cause harm to them.

Question 6

Article VI

Answer 6

I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT I AM AN AMERICAN, responsible for my actions, dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I WILL TRUST IN GOD AND IN THE USA.