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| Code of an Officerthe rich heritage behind the corps of officers, of which I am part, that has been built up by those who have marched before me at Saratoga, at Chapaltpec, at Gettysburg, at the Meuse-Argonne, at St. Lo and on the Naktong. This rich heritage has been built on a code--the code of an officer. This code is simple and easy to remember... Duty... Honor... Country. But it is not so simple to execute and requires a lifetime devoted to work, self discipline, and courage. DUTYWhen I am assigned a mission, I accomplish it thoroughly, efficiently, and quickly. I accept all of my responsibilities even when not assigned them. Within my field, I hold myself responsible to be aware of everything that occurs and to take positive action to correct what is wrong or improve that which is merely possible. I do my job regardless of danger to me personally. HONORAs an officer of the Army of the United States my personal integrity is irreproachable. I will never degrade myself by lying, cheating or stealing. I hold myself personally and unequivocally responsible to ensure the preservation of the honor of the officer corps of the United States Army. COUNTRYIn addition to being an officer of the Army, I am an American citizen. I am an official representative of my country and will so comport myself. I will endure any hardship, any sacrifice, for the welfare of these my United States. This is the code I will live by... Duty... Honor... Country... |
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