war (international law)

"A groundbreaking work that retells modern history through the rise and spread of written constitutions--some enlightened, many oppressive--to every corner of the globe"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history of declaring war, including the government branches involved, the process, and more.

This book contextualizes some of the conflicts in American history, from the last declaration of war for World War II to the conflicts of Vietnam through to Iraq and Afghanistan.

A history of the laws of war in American history describing the code Lincoln issued in the Civil War, its rules on torture, prisoners of war, assassination, and more that quickly became foundations of the modern laws of war and today's Geneva Conventions.

A reference guide to war crimes that provides a historical overview of war crimes throughout the world, a chronology of events, legislation, and movements, biographies of activists, advocates, and legislators, and a directory of organizations and agencies.