The D.I. (1957)

Joseph C. Holmes: Pvt. Madison

Quotes 

• Pvt. Madison : ...Sir! My first general order is: to take charge of my post, and of all government property in view thereof! Sir! My second general order is: to walk my post in a military manner, keeping always on the alert, and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing! Sir! My third general order is: to report any and all violations of orders I am instructed to enforce! Sir! My fourth general order is: to repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guard house than my own! Sir! My fifth general order is: to quit my post only when properly relieved! Sir! My sixth general order is: to receive and obey -- and to pass on to the sentry who relieves me -- all orders from the Commanding Officer, from the Officer of the Day, and from Non-Commissioned Officers of the guard! Sir! My seventh general order is: to talk with nobody except in the line of duty! Sir! My eighth general order is: to give the alarm in case of a fire or other disorder! Sir! My ninth general order is: to call the Corporal of the Guard in any case not covered by instructions! Sir! My tenth general order is: to salute all officers, as well as all colors and standards not cased! Sir! My eleventh general order is: to be especially watchful at night -- and, when appropriate, to challenge all persons on or near my post... and to let nobody pass without proper authority!