Alton Leathernecks Detachment # 1160

Alton Leathernecks

Detachment 1160

5673 Humbert Road

Godfrey, IL 62035-2102

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Marine Code of Conduct

 

 

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.