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A Manual Of The Laws And Usages Of War On Land (1906)

A Manual Of The Laws And Usages Of War On Land (1906)

Leech, Arthur Graves

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ISBN10: 1165474034
ISBN13: 9781165474035
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 136
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Manual of the Laws and Usages of War on Land (1906) is a comprehensive guidebook on the laws and regulations governing warfare on land. Written by Arthur Graves Leech, a British lawyer and military expert, the book provides a detailed overview of the legal principles that govern the conduct of war, including the treatment of prisoners, the use of weapons, and the protection of civilians and non-combatants. The manual is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of the laws of war. The first section provides an introduction to the concept of war and the legal framework that governs it, including the Geneva Conventions and other international treaties. The second section discusses the rules of engagement and the use of force, including the principles of proportionality and military necessity. The third section of the book covers the treatment of prisoners of war, including their rights and obligations under international law. The fourth section discusses the use of weapons in warfare, including the rules governing the use of chemical and biological weapons. The fifth section covers the protection of civilians and non-combatants, including the rules governing the conduct of military operations in urban areas. Throughout the book, Leech provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the practical application of the laws of war. He also includes a detailed bibliography and a list of relevant legal documents and treaties. Overall, A Manual of the Laws and Usages of War on Land (1906) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the legal and ethical principles that govern warfare on land. It provides a comprehensive overview of the laws of war, and is a must-read for military personnel, legal scholars, and anyone interested in international law and human rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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