U.S. Laws of War
The U.S. Army's Law of Land Warfare (Field Manual 27-10) states:
498. Crimes Under International Law Any person, whether a member of the armed forces or a civilian, who commits an act which constitutes a crime under international law is responsible therefore and liable to punishment. Such offenses in connection with war comprise:
- a. Crimes against peace.
- b. Crimes against humanity.
- c. War crimes.
Read more about this topic: Crime Against Peace
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