How should the United States treat prisoners in the war on terror? / Friedman, Lauri S

Presents a collection of essays that examine the varying viewpoints on how the United States should treat prisoners of war in consideration of the rules of the Geneva Conventions. Includes bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations.

A collection of essays that debate the appropriate treatment of prisoners captured in the war on terrorism. Presents opposing viewpoints about legalizing the torture of prisoners, America's treatment of prisoners compared to the Arab world, Americans' reactions to prisoner abuse, and prisoners tried by military tribunal.