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11 Cards in this Set
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What are ROEs?
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Directives issued to guide United States forces on the use of force during various operations.
FOUND in paragraph 3 of OPORD: Engagement/Disengagement Criteria Based on Foreign Policy, Law of War, and Military Objectives |
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What is Law of War?
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Protect both combatants and noncombatants from unnecessary suffering
Safeguard certain fundamental human rights of persons who become prisoners of war, the wounded and sick, and civilians |
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What does RAMP stand for?
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R- Return Fire with Aimed Fire
A- Anticipate Attack M- Measure the Amount of Force P- Protect with deadly force |
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What are 3 Laws of War?
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We will not inflict unnecessary destruction or suffering
We are responsible for our unlawful acts We are entitled to humane treatment if captured |
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What are the principles of LOW?
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Military Necessity
Unnecessary Suffering/Collateral Damage Discrimination or Distinction Proportionality |
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What is the definition of Non-Combatant?
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Civilian population not engaged in combat
Medics and Chaplains Soldiers who are rendered hors de combat NEVER deliberately target civilians |
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Symbols
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Red Crescent
Red Cross Red sun and dragon thing |
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What are examples of prohibited weapons?
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Chemical weapons
Weapons which cause unnecessary suffering Poison |
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What are some examples of illegal tactics?
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Feign surrender to gain an advantage on enemy
Hiding behind or use medical or religious symbols/protected areas Improper use of flag of truce, national flags, uniforms and insignia of the enemy. |
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What is not a defense in a war tribunal?
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"I was following orders"
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Enforcing LOW
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Violations of the LOW are subject to criminal prosecution and punishment.
There is no statute of limitations on a war crime. |
