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Bellum Americanum : The U.S. View of Twenty-First Century War and Its Possible Implications for the Law of Armed Conflict

Michael N. Schmitt

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Describes the US view of 21st century warfare and asks how such warfare will influence, and be influenced by, the law of armed conflict. Looks at elements of the law that do not fit well with such a vision. Addresses both the jus ad bellum and the jus in bello.

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Describes the US view of 21st century warfare and asks how such warfare will influence, and be influenced by, the law of armed conflict. Looks at elements of the law that do not fit well with such a vision. Addresses both the jus ad bellum and the jus in bello.

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Describes the US view of 21st century warfare and asks how such warfare will influence, and be influenced by, the law of armed conflict. Looks at elements of the law that do not fit well with such a vision. Addresses both the jus ad bellum and the jus in bello.

Key concepts: Jus ad bellum, Law of war, Armed conflict, Law, Political science, International law, International humanitarian law, Use of force

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