When questioned as a prisoner of war, what is required to give?

• A. Name, rank, service number, and date of birth
• B. Parole and special favors from the enemy
• C. Place of birth and age
• D. Address and family information

Answer: (A)

When a prisoner of war is questioned, only identifying information is required. This keeps proceedings simple and protects the individual from giving away more than is necessary. The specific details they are expected to provide are the name, rank, service number, and date of birth. The name and date of birth confirm who the person is, the rank shows their position in the military hierarchy, and the service number uniquely identifies them within the armed forces. Collectively, these elements establish identity without exposing sensitive operational details.

Other information, like place of birth, age, address, or family information, is not required and should not be volunteered unless absolutely necessary or authorized. If additional questions go beyond identifying information, the prisoner should avoid supplying more and can seek appropriate channels for lawful handling or representation.