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| This candidate's I code of conduct is |
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Definition
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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| This candidates's II code of conduct is |
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Definition
I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command I
will never surrender my men while they still have the means to
resist. |
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| This candidate's III code of conduct is |
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Definition
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 or special favors from the
enemy. |
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| This candidate's IV code of conduct is |
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Definition
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 the lawful
orders of those appointed over me and we'll back them up in every
way. |
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| This candidate's V code of conduct is |
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Definition
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 nor written statement disloyal to
my country and its allies or harmful to their cause. |
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| This candidate's VI code of conduct is |
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Definition
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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