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CODE OF CONDUCT
PREAMBLE
The Confederate Armed Forces exist to ensure stability, prosperity, and the protection of independent systems across the galaxy, starting with the Southern Systems. Our military is guided by principles of honor, discipline, and duty. This Code of Conduct applies to all personnel, organic and droid, within the Army and Navy, ensuring ethical and effective operations in pursuit of the Confederacy’s mission.
ARTICLE I: DUTY AND SERVICE
1.1. All members of the Confederate Armed Forces shall uphold the principles of stability, security, and prosperity in all actions.
1.2. Service is a solemn responsibility; soldiers and officers must conduct themselves with discipline, integrity, and dedication to the cause.
1.3. Droid and organic personnel shall function as a unified force, respecting each other's roles and contributions.
ARTICLE II: CONDUCT IN WARFARE
2.1. Engage only in just and necessary warfare, refraining from wanton destruction, pillaging, or harm to non-combatants.
2.2. Target military objectives exclusively. The lives and property of civilians must be respected and protected.
2.3. Prisoners of war shall be treated with dignity, provided fair treatment, and not subjected to cruelty or unnecessary suffering.
2.4. Unorthodox or deceptive tactics may be employed, but honor forbids treachery, betrayal of agreements, or the use of indiscriminate weaponry.
ARTICLE III: CHAIN OF COMMAND AND OBEDIENCE
3.1. Orders must be followed with precision unless they contradict the moral and ethical framework of this Code.
3.2. Superiors shall issue orders that align with the strategic goals and moral obligations of the Confederacy.
3.3. Organic and droid officers are expected to work together to ensure operational efficiency and adaptability.
ARTICLE IV: CONDUCT TOWARDS CIVILIAN POPULATIONS
4.1. Confederate forces serve as protectors, not conquerors. Civilian populations under our jurisdiction shall be treated with respect.
4.2. Local laws and customs shall be honored unless they directly conflict with the Confederacy’s commitment to justice and security.
4.3. Humanitarian efforts, reconstruction, and aid are essential to maintaining stability in liberated or allied systems.
ARTICLE V: INTEGRITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
5.1. Corruption, exploitation, or abuse of power within the Confederate Armed Forces is strictly forbidden.
5.2. Officers and soldiers alike must report violations of this Code, ensuring transparency and adherence to Confederate ideals.
5.3. Those found in violation of this Code shall face appropriate disciplinary measures, as determined by Confederate military tribunals.
ARTICLE VI: THE ROLE OF DROID FORCES
6.1. Droid units are an integral part of the Confederate Armed Forces and shall be maintained with efficiency, adaptability, and strategic command oversight.
6.2. Tactical AI and automated systems must be programmed to adhere to this Code, ensuring ethical decision-making where applicable.
6.3. Organic personnel are responsible for overseeing droid operations, ensuring that they function within Confederate directives and moral boundaries.
CONCLUSION
The Confederate Armed Forces represent a disciplined, principled military dedicated to the establishment of a stable and prosperous galaxy. Those who serve under its banner are expected to embody the highest ideals of military professionalism and honor. By adhering to this Code of Conduct, Confederate forces shall stand as a beacon of order and justice in the galaxy.