These articles of conduct should be memorized. The best way to
do this is to visualize yourself in each situation and what you
should do if faced with the choice of doing the right thing or
the wrong thing.
ARTICLE I:
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.
ARTICLE II:
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.
ARTICLE III:
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.
ARTICLE IV:
If I become a prisoner of war, 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 lawful orders of those appointed
over me and will back them in every way.
ARTICLE V:
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
or its allies or harmful to their cause.
ARTICLE VI:
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.
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