Law on the Battlefield

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Law on the Battlefield
Authors and Contributors      By (author) General A. P. V. Rogers
SeriesMelland Schill Studies in International Law
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:432
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156
ISBN/Barcode 9780719082184
ClassificationsDewey:341.63
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Edition 3rd edition

Publishing Details

Publisher Manchester University Press
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publication Date 1 April 2012
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This book, now fully updated and in its third edition, explains the law relating to the conduct of hostilities and provides guidance on difficult or controversial aspects of the law. It covers who or what may legitimately be attacked and what precautions must be taken to protect civilians, cultural property or the natural environment. It deals with the responsibility of commanders and how the law is enforced. There are also chapters on internal armed conflicts and the security aspects of belligerent occupation. -- .

Author Biography

A. P. V. Rogers is a Former Senior Fellow at the Lauterpacht Centre for International Law at the University of Cambridge -- .