This document is a presentation and analysis on the legal aspects of termination of war. Armistices and truces are defined, as well as discussion on simple cessation of hostilities, subjugation, and treaty of peace.
The conduct of war is regulated by well-established and recognized rules that are designated as the "laws of war" which comprise the written and unwritten rules. This book contains the rules of land warfare in their entirety in addition to...
The conduct of war is regulated by well-established and recognized rules that are designated as the "laws of war" which comprise the written and unwritten rules. The accompanying rules of land warfare have been prepared for use of officers of the...
In the current war on terrorism, the President of the United States has specifically identified two former wartime enemies of the United States as members of an evil axis. The regimes ruling these two states (North Korea and Iraq) are the same ones...
This paper addresses the principles and sources of laws of land warfare. The author discusses assumptions, the forces, hostilities, spying and war treason, prisoners of war, the sick/wounded/dead, martial law, military government, military...
Hamilton, Les
Gatson, Alex
Bradshaw, Eugene
Bascom, Paul
Thesis Statement:
The Patriot Missile System played a
significant role in preventing Israeli retaliation in the
Persian Gulf War.
Israel has a very clear policy of self-defense in
response to attacks against her. Israel is known for swift
and...
The battle for Salerno, Italy in September 1943 would prove to be one of the bloodiest, and more critical operations for the Allied Forces in their pursuit for controlling the Mediterranean during World War II.
American Battle Monuments Commission; Center of Military History
This book has been prepared as part of the project of the American Battle Monuments Commission to commemorate in a complete and lasting manner the accomplishments and services of the American forces in Europe during the World War. Topics include:...
This thesis is a case study of the 1923 Greco-Turkish population exchange and asserts the compulsory expulsion effectively prevented genocide of Orthodox Christians living in Asia Minor. To support this argument historical evidence leading up to...
The current revolution in military affairs includes a confluence of changes that are forcing the US military to reexamine its methods of warfare. Significant advancements in informational technologies and precision weapons are providing an...
This monograph examines whether or not mechanized forces should be included in today's peacekeeping operations. Traditional peacekeeping operations (pre- 1988) called for a force structure requiring large numbers of light infantry augmented by...
Serves as a practical guide for officers of the Army of the United States in administering the "laws of war" and the application of correct legal principles to situations involving military government, martial law, and domestic disturbances.
Turkey and an Army Forward. Lieutenant Colonal Patrick Warren, U.S. Army Europe, and Major Michael Morrissey, U.S. Army Europe; As part of a joint force positioned in central Europe, forward-deployed U.S. Army forces are needed to provide a...
This pamphlet is intended to serve as a supplement to FM 27-10, "The Law of Land Warfare", 18 July 1956. Both Geneva and Hague conventions are described as well as additional agreements.
This monograph presents significant events concerning the origins of the Royal Lao Army: the transition from the French system to the American system of military logistics, training, administration and operations; the evolution of United States...
The following are section titles contained in the document: martial law, military jurisdiction, military necessity, retaliation; public and private property of the enemy, protection of persons (especially of women)/religion/arts/sciences;...
This is the supporting volume to the December 2004 report and includes a historical perspective on postconflict operations that shows a pattern of failure, an effective process for stabilization and reconstruction operations, and the role of the...
This is one of a series published by the U.S. Army Center of Military History. The monograph reviews and analyzes Royal Lao government military operations and activities in the Laotian panhandle. Special attention is given to the significance of...
This document is a story of the final Indochina struggle and eventual and tragic collapse of the South Vietnamese (Vietnam War timeframe). Chapters include information on U.S. organization for a cease-fire, decline of U.S. support, strategic raids,...