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Captured medical personnel are not considered pows?
All military personnel, be they medic, chaplain, private, or general, can be considered POWs.
Why would the BBC have daming investigations into treatment of POWs in Iraq but none into the true cause 9-11?
Because the treatment of POWs was not obvious. Terrorists with an irrational hatred of Jews and Americans, are. It would be like the BBC having an investigation into whether there is oxygen in the air today.
What was the difference between Australian POW's caught by the Japanese and POW's caught by the Germans?
Japanese treatment of POW's was far more brutal when compared to German treatment of POWs (bear in mind, Aussies were not of the same ethnicity as Pole or Russian soldiers, who received the worst treatment from Germans). Japan used POWs for slave labor (eg:Burma-Thai Railroad, "Bridge over River Kwai") and were subjected to vivisections, experiments, and overall barbaric treatment. A simple statistic illustrates the difference most clearly. 98% of POWs returned from German POW camps 73% returned from Japanese camps.
Did the ss execute pows?
yes, especially Soviet pows
How many American prisoners of war were there in World War 2?
During World War II, approximately 140,000 American soldiers were captured and became prisoners of war (POWs). The majority of these POWs were held in Europe and the Pacific, facing harsh conditions and difficult treatment. The number of American POWs varied throughout the conflict, with many being liberated as the war came to an end in 1945.
Why was pow put in camps?
Prisoners of war (POWs) were placed in camps primarily for reasons of security and control during conflicts. These camps were intended to segregate captured enemy combatants from the general population to prevent them from rejoining their forces and to ensure they were held under regulated conditions. Additionally, it was a means to uphold international laws and conventions that govern the treatment of POWs, ensuring their rights and welfare were maintained while preventing them from participating in further hostilities.
What four categories address the fundamental rights and obligations of pows under the Geneva conventions?
general protection, food, shelter, and medical
What is a POW?
POW (plural POWs) is a widely used abbreviation for prisoner-of-war. There are strict rules in international law protecting them against inhuman and/or degrading treatment.
What violations against human rights did Mussolini commit?
1. Massive use of mustard gas in the war against Abyssinia (1936). 2. Ill treatment of POWs.
Can an enemy POW be killed if they threaten your unit's security or mission by their presence?
No. Detainees and POWs are covered under the Geneva Convention and their treatment must follow the guidelines in the UCMJ.
How did the US treat POWs of World War 2?
During World War II, the United States generally treated its prisoners of war (POWs) according to the Geneva Conventions, providing them with adequate food, shelter, and medical care. American POWs were often kept in camps that complied with international standards, and the U.S. government took measures to ensure their humane treatment. However, conditions varied depending on the location and circumstances, and there were instances of mistreatment, particularly in the Pacific theater. Overall, the U.S. aimed to uphold its reputation and maintain morale by treating POWs fairly.
Can detainees be killed if they threaten your unit's safety security or mission by their mere presence?
No. Detainees and POWs are covered under the Geneva Convention and their treatment must follow the guidelines in the UCMJ.
