This authoritative text on international humanitarian law, covering such key issues as the conduct of war, the protection of victims of war, and the punishment of war crimes, has been completely revised and expanded with thirteen new documents. Each of the documents is preceded by a concise explanatory note, and each treaty is followed by details of all states signing or adhering, The Introduction sets the law in its historical context, explains its application to states and individuals, and discusses its relevance in contemporary conflicts.