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    What is the definition of a war crime?

    Question #69355. Asked by author. (Aug 05 06 9:18 PM)


    Brainyblonde

    		Any of various crimes, such as genocide or the mistreatment of prisoners of war, committed during a war and considered in violation of the conventions of warfare.
    Those acts that violate the international laws, treaties, customs, and practices governing military conflict between belligerent states or parties.
    Most war crimes fall into one of three categories: crimes against peace, crimes against humanity, and traditional war crimes.
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    Aug 05 06, 9:35 PM

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