Codes Of Conduct Flashcards
1st Code of Conduct
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
2nd Code of Conduct
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.
3rd Code of Conduct
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.
4th Code Of Conduct
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.
5th Code of Conduct
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.
6th Code of Conduct
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.
What publication covers the Code of Conduct?
Army Regulation 525-28, personnel recovery, dated 05 March 2010, chapter 4-2
What is the Code of Conduct?
It is a minimum set of guidelines and standards American soldiers are required to maintain when captured by an enemy.
When was the Code of Conduct established?
17 August 1955 by President Eisenhower
Are you required to try to escape as a prisoner of war under the Code of Conduct?
According to article 3, yes
How many articles are in the code?
6
Should you sign any papers for the enemy as a POW?
No
