The Radio Amateur is:

CONSIDERATE...never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.

LOYAL...offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, and the American Radio Relay League, through which Amateur Radio in the United States is represented nationally and internationally.

PROGRESSIVE... with knowledge abreast of science, a well-built efficient station and operation beyond reproach.

FRIENDLY...slow and patient operating when requested; friendly advice and counsel to the beginner; kindly assistance, cooperation for all interests of others, These are the hallmarks of amateur spirit.

BALANCED...radio is an avocation, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school and community.

PATRIOTIC...station and skill always ready for service to country and community.

--The origanal Amateurs Code was written by Paul M. Segal, W9EEA, in 1928.