Which pledge includes never surrender of my own free will?

• A. 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.
• B. I will never surrender of my own free will. If captured, I will accept parole from the enemy.
• C. I will surrender immediately to preserve life.
• D. I will resist only if I am able to do so.

Answer: (A)

This pledge centers on unwavering resolve and responsibility under pressure. It states never surrender of my own free will, establishing a personal, unconditional commitment to continue resisting regardless of circumstances. It also adds a leadership element: if in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist. That couples personal endurance with a duty to protect and lead others, keeping the unit together and fighting as long as there’s a chance to resist. The other options either imply surrender or rely on a condition for action (parole upon capture, surrender to preserve life, or resisting only if able), which breaks the immediate, total commitment to not surrender.