I am an
American fighting man.
I serve in the forces which guard my country and our way of life.
I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
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.
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.
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.
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 written statements disloyal to my country and its allies
or harmful to
their cause.
I will never
forget that I am an American fighting man, 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.
