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- 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 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.
- 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 and 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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