The Precedent That Obeying Orders Does Not Excuse Combatants from Responsibility

question 100

Multiple Choice

The precedent that obeying orders does not excuse combatants from responsibility for war crimes was first established

• A) at the Versailles Conference.
• B) in the Treaty of Westphalia.
• C) at the war crimes tribunals after World War II.
• D) at the war crimes tribunals after the massacres in Rwanda.

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Definitions:

Cohesiveness

The feature of a tight-knit group characterized by strong bonds among its members, fostering unity and joint commitment.

Relationships

Connections or associations between individuals or entities based on social, emotional, or professional interactions.

Circumstantial Groups

Groups formed due to external situations or conditions rather than shared interests or goals.

Bystanders

Individuals who are present at an event or incident but do not take an active role in its outcome.