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I am an American. I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense. |
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I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender those under me while they still have the means to resist. |
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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. |
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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 actions that may 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. |
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When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am bound to give only name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no written or oral statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause. |
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I will never forget that I am an American, 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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