Military Law and Precedents, Vol. 2 [Paperback]

William Winthrop (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2000 | ISBN-10: 1587980703 | ISBN-13: 978-1587980701 | Edition: Revised and Enl

The state of military law, including rulings and opinions, and the nature and procedure of courts martial as it stood at the close of the Nineteenth Century.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Good background material. Unique and indispensable. Frequently cited by Supreme Court and Court of Military Appeals. -- A.A.L.S. Law Books Recommended for Libraries, List #29 (Military Law), Page 9,

It is a general commentary on the several subdivisions of military law, with citations to the laws and rulings. -- Schmeckebier: 237

Most military justice practitioners have heard of (this book). This nineteenth-century treatise's still frequently cited by the military appellate courts. -- William T. Barto, Lieutenant Colonel, JA --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

From the Publisher

This comprehensive treatise details early military law, written and unwritten, and explains all of the intricacies of the courts martial process. Notable adjudications by civil courts and in military trials as well as the opinions of law officers are covered. Separate treatment is offered on the law of war and on the civil functions and relations of the military.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 584 pages
• Publisher: Beard Books; Revised and Enl edition (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1587980703
• ISBN-13: 978-1587980701
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,476,483 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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