The Cadet Honor Code
We will not lie, steal, or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does.
As an Air Force officer, you must lead by example, exemplify the characteristics of a leader, and demonstrate true integrity. Air Force standards are high; you must keep them there. Don't accept anything less from yourself and expect the same from those with whom you work and supervise. Your obligation to our country is higher than that of your peers. You will be forced to make difficult decisions-make the honorable choice. America is counting on you!
Description
"The purpose of the Honor Code is to foster an environment based upon a personal sense of honesty and integrity which will remain with you throughout your life. Quite simply, the implementation of the Cadet Honor Code means that you will be trusted to do that which is right and must confront those who violate these standards...throughout your cadet career, you will be expected to live by the Honor Code."
Definitions
Lying
Lying is any statement of untruth which is meant to deceive or mislead.Stealing
Anyone who wrongfully takes, obtains, or withholds someone else's property, with the intent to temporarily or permanently deprive another of such property, is guilty of stealing.Cheating
In essence, cheating is taking unfair advantage of another. Cheating violates the competitive sense of "Fair Play."Toleration
Toleration means enduring without complaint. If you know one cadet has stolen from another cadet and you fail to report or confront the matter, you may be guilty of toleration.Air Force ROTC Mission
Develop Quality Leaders for the Air Force .
Air Force Vision 2020
Global Vigilance, Reach, and Power
AFROTC Detachment 355 Mission
To commission the best second lieutenants in the Air Force.
Oath of Office
I, (Full Name) having been appointed a (rank) in the United States Air Force, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office upon which I am about to enter, SO HELP ME GOD.
American Fighting Forces Code of Conduct
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 and its allies or harmful to their cause.
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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.
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