Publication
14 Nov 2006
This report provides an overview of the law of war and the historical treatment of wartime detainees, in particular the U.S. practice; describes how the detainees’ status might affect their rights and treatment; and summarizes activity of the 108th and 109th Congresses related to detention in connection with the war against terrorism.
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Author | Jennifer K Elsea |
Series | US Congressional Research Service Reports |
Publisher | Congressional Research Service (CRS) |