Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit, and other soldiers

L222/OCT03/VGT- CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT L222/OCT03/VGT- LOYALTY Bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution, the Army, your unit, and other soldiers. L222/OCT03/VGT- DUTY Fulfill your obligations. L222/OCT03/VGT- RESPECT Treat people as they should be treated. L222/OCT03/VGT- SELFLESS SERVICE Put the welfare of the nation, the Army, and your subordinates before your own. L222/OCT03/VGT- HONOR Live up to all the Army values. L222/OCT03/VGT- INTEGRITY Do what’s right--legally and morally. L222/OCT03/VGT- PERSONAL COURAGE Face fear, danger, or adversity (physical or moral). L222/OCT03/VGT- MENTAL ATTRIBUTES Will Self-Discipline Initiative Judgment Self-Confidence Intelligence Cultural Awareness L222/OCT03/VGT- STEPS TO TAKE BEFORE DISOBEYING AN ORDER BELIEVED TO BE ILLEGAL Be sure you understand the details and the original intent of the order. Seek clarification from the person who gave the order by asking, for example: Did you really want me to steal? You don’t really want me to submit a false report do you? Do you really want us to shoot the prisoners? Always seek legal advice if the question is complex or time permits. L222/OCT03/VGT- IMMEDIATE DECISION TO DISOBEY AN ILLEGAL ORDER Make the best judgment possible based on: Army values Your experiences Your previous study and reflection