The Soldier's Creed

The Soldiers Creed is adopted by all members of the US Army.

Words
I am an American Soldier.

I am a warrior and a member of a team.

I serve the people of the United States and live the Army Values.

I will always place the mission first.

I will never accept defeat.

I will never quit.

I will never leave a fallen comerade.

I am disciplined; physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills.

I am an expert and a professional.

I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself.

I stand ready to deploy, engage and destroy the enemies of the United States of America in close combat.

I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.

I am an American Soldier.