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The Cadets’ Decalogue (Spain)

The Cadets’ Decalogue. Tener un gran amor a la Patria y fidelidad al Rey, exteriorizado en todos los actos de su vida. STANAG SLP 3333

The Cadets’ Decalogue

The students and cadets then sang the anthem of the academy and recited the 1st article of the Cadets’ Decalogue, before the entire patio was moved to the street in front of the academy for a quick parade in a straight line that marked the end of the formal part of the day for all cadets and students. They were then allowed to join their families to celebrate however they saw fit. - Emotional day for Spain’s future queen as she takes important oath before proud father King Felipe

"Composed of ten articles, their aim being that the fundamental military virtues should be embedded in the cadets from the very beginning. These military virtues uphold the cadet’s professional spirit and, in the same way, as the Hippocratic Oath, determine the best way to proceed along their military career."

The Cadets’ Decalogue (English version)

English translation. The Spanish version is below.
  1. To have a deep love for the nation and loyalty to the King, which must be demonstrated in all aspects of life.
  2. To have a profound Esprit de Corps, reflected in the cadet's vocation and discipline.
  3. To combine a high sense of chivalry with the constant desire to maintain the utmost good reputation.
  4. To be diligent and efficient in the discharge of your duties and responsibilities.
  5. Never spread rumors nor tolerate those who do.
  6. To endear yourself to your subordinates and be esteemed by your superiors.
  7. Sacrifice yourself, always seeking and desiring the opportunity to be of service even in the most dangerous and tiring situations.
  8. To have a sense of comradeship, making sacrifices for your peers. displaying satisfaction for their progress and accomplishments.
  9. To have a love of responsibility and the determination to face difficulties.
  10. To be courageous and provide selfless service.

Alternative Translation

  1. Article 1º. Bear true faith and allegiance to the mother country and profess loyalty to the King, openly portrayed in all the events of their lives.
  2. Article 2º. Have a great military spirit, reflected in their vocation and discipline.
  3. Article 3º. Unite pure chivalry and steady determination to protect their reputation.
  4. Article 4º. Be diligent and efficient in their service and duties.
  5. Article 5º. Never spread nor tolerate rumors.
  6. Article 6º. Be appreciated by both subordinates and superiors.
  7. Article 7º. Volunteer for all kinds of sacrifice, looking forward to serving in the most demanding situations.
  8. Article 8º. Feel a noble comradeship sacrificing oneself for others and rejoicing at their achievements.
  9. Article 9º. Feel a great love of responsibility and decisiveness.
  10. Article 10º. Be brave and selfless.

Decálogo del Cadete

Academia General Militar, Traditions, The Cadet Decalogue
  1. Tener un gran amor a la Patria y fidelidad al Rey, exteriorizado en todos los actos de su vida.
  2. Tener un gran espíritu militar, reflejado en su vocación y disciplina.
  3. Unir a su acrisolada caballerosidad constante celo por su reputación.
  4. Ser fiel cumplidor de sus deberes y exacto en el servicio.
  5. No murmurar jamás ni tolerarlo.
  6. Hacerse querer de sus inferiores y desear de sus superiores.
  7. Ser voluntario para todo sacrificio, solicitando y deseando siempre el ser empleado en las ocasiones de mayor riesgo y fatiga.
  8. Sentir un noble compañerismo, sacrificándose por el camarada y alegrándose de sus éxitos, premios y progresos.
  9. Tener amor a la responsabilidad y decisión para resolver.
  10. Ser valeroso y abnegado.

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