Section 111, FMF Flashcards
(11 cards)
Explain the history and reason for the Code of Conduct.
The Code of Conduct was established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower on 17 August 1955 as a response to inconsistent and prejudicial action taken by U.S. Military members during the Korean War.
Summarize article 1 of the code of conduct.
Article 1 - “I am an American fighting in the armed forces, which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.”
Summarize article 2 of the code of conduct.
Article 2 - “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.”
What are the four specific items of information marines and sailors are required to give to their captors?
Name, Rank, Service Number (SSN), and Date of Birth
What legal document covers the misconduct of a prisoner?
Article 105 of the UCMJ
What are the rights of enemy POWs?
Health, Morale & Legal Receive sanitary, protective housing and clothing
Receive sufficient food to sustain good health Receive adequate medical care
Receive necessary facilities for proper hygiene Practice religious faith
To keep personal property Send and receive mail
Receive non-contraband packages Select representations (fellow POW)
Receive humane treatment Request translated version of rights and responsibilities
- State 4 items of information required to give as a POW
Name, Rank, Service Number (SSN), and Date of Birth
- Explain lawful obedience to rule as a POW
Obey lawful rules and regulations
- Explain responsibility to perform paid labor as a POW
Labor that is not military, Not degrading, not dangerous, and not unhealthy
- Explain military disciple, courtesy and rendering honors responsibility as a POW
Maintain military discipline Maintain courtesy and honors to all officers regardless of the branch of service
Exxplain procedures for handling EPWS
Capture and evacuate Intial detention at dentainee Collection point Screening and conduct TQ Transport
