The law of war

Abstract

In 2015, the United States Department of Defense published its long-awaited Law of War Manual making a significant statement on the position of the US government on important military matters. Whilst readers recognise the Manual's legal and strategic importance, they may question whether particular statements of law are legally accurate or complete. This book offers a unique in-depth review of the complete Manual, including revisions, on a paragraph-by-paragraph, line-by-line and word-by-word basis. The authors offer their personal assessment of the DoD's declared view as to the law that regulates the conduct of warfare, a subject of unparalleled current importance. William H. Boothby and Wolff Heintschel von Heinegg offer a balanced, articulate and authoritative critique for readers perusing the Manual in whatever capacity. Provides a detailed appraisal of the Department of Defense Law of War Manual which will assist the eclectic users of this publication. Emulates the Manual's paragraph numbering and pagination to enable readers to readily relate the authors' critique to the original text. Includes comments by reference to Additional Protocol I and other treaties not necessarily ratified by the US, rendering the text of use not only to US readers but also to those from the wider international community. Show more