Codes of Conduct

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 away in their defense

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.

3

If I am captures I will continue to resist and aid other to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

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.

5

One question, 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 the cause.

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