Chief Points In The Laws Of War And Neutrality, Search And Blockade

The book ""Chief Points in the Laws of War and Neutrality, Search and Blockade: With the Changes of 1856, and Those Now Proposed"" was written by John Fraser Macqueen in 1862. It is a comprehensive guide to the laws of war and neutrality, search and blockade, and covers the changes that were made in 1856 and those that were proposed at the time of publication.The book begins with an introduction that provides an overview of the laws of war and neutrality, search and blockade, and their importance in international relations. It then goes on to discuss the various aspects of these laws, including the rights and duties of belligerents and neutrals, the rules governing the conduct of hostilities, and the principles of maritime law.The book also covers the changes that were made to these laws in 1856, including the abolition of privateering and the introduction of new rules governing the conduct of naval warfare. It then examines the proposals that were being considered at the time of publication, including the establishment of an international court to adjudicate disputes between belligerents and neutrals.Overall, ""Chief Points in the Laws of War and Neutrality, Search and Blockade"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in international law and the rules governing the conduct of war and neutrality. It provides a clear and concise overview of these complex topics and is an essential reference for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.