TRAINEE GUIDE - Recruit Training Command - The US Navy

TRAINEE GUIDE A-950-0001
OUTLINE SHEET 1-09-1 (continued)
(c) It is against international law to subject prisoners
to torture to secure information. However, if a
prisoner is subject to such treatment, they must make
every effort to avoid providing information.
(6) 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.
(a) Navy personnel who become prisoners of war have an
obligation to remain loyal to the United States.
(b) Upon release, prisoners of war will have their actions
reviewed regarding the circumstances of their capture
and conduct while a prisoner, with consideration for
the conditions of captivity.
4. Purpose and Provisions of the Geneva Convention of 1949
a. In 1949, an international convention in Geneva, Switzerland
established rules for the treatment of prisoners of war. The
agreements were to be followed by all nations.
b. Most countries of the world abide by the articles of the Geneva
Convention.
c. This lesson summarizes some of the articles.
(1) Article 13
(a) Prisoners of war are to be:
1 Treated humanely.
2 Protected against insults and public curiosity.
(b) Prisoners of war are not to be:
1 Murdered or exterminated.
2 Subjected to torture or scientific experiments.
(2) Article 14--women shall be treated with all consideration
due to their gender.
(3) Article 17--Punishment of prisoner for refusing to answer
questions other than their name, date of birth, rate, and
social security number is prohibited.
(4) Articles 25 through 28--Prisoners are to be provided decent
housing, nourishing food, and adequate clothing.
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