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“I would not be surprised if the Lt. that was in charge doesn’t soon decide to leave the service for better opportunities.”

The fact that these hostages interviewed in this article seem to think that they did well not to embarass their country says little for the standards they hold for themselves.

It’s incredible to read those things out of their very mouths.

I agree.

When I was in the military (68-78), this kind of conduct would never have been tolerated.

We looked to our officers for leadership (obviously none here), we were instructed to never and I mean never cooperate with the enemy.

Can’t wait to see what happens to this despicable LT., leader … not!

American POWs who had flown with Stockdale had no doubt as to what was expected of them as prisoners. The knowledge, however, was a two-edged sword--on one hand, the captives were glad to understand the guidelines. On the other, when they "broke" (which inevitable they did), immense guilt and shame ensued. Eventually, as they communicated with one another, everyone understood that they had only to do their best. It was not possible to resist utterly and survive. A few who cooperated with the enemy "above and beyond" what was considered appropriate, received special treatment from their guards in return. These men were despised by other POWs who were doing their best to adhere to the Code of Conduct. Upon his return, Jim Stockdale accused two POWs of mutiny. Official charges were never brought against these men, or any others similarly accused.

You might have to copy and paste this to get there, but here is the scoop on a real leader and hero..James Stockdale Highest reanking POW in Nam http://www.pownetwork.org/bios/s/s118.htm