The treatment of prisoners of war in England and Germany during the first eight months of the war.

Date:
1915
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Credit: The treatment of prisoners of war in England and Germany during the first eight months of the war. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    WELLCOME LIBRARY TABLE OF CONTENTS. SrecTION 1—Introduction. The evidence upon which this paper is based—The most important documents relating to the treatment of prisoners of war—the reliability of the evidence—In Germany different conditions _ prevail in different camps—The prevailing treatment is not in accord with International Law, or the principles of humanity— Certain features of the camp have been concealed from visitors —The treatment of British prisoners of war has been deliber- ately made harsher than that of the allies. Section 2.—The treatment by Germany of captured soldiers after capture, and before internment. Section 38.—The treatment of officers during internment. (i) Pay. (ii) Quarters. (iii) Food. (iv) Clothing. Section 4.—The treatment of men during internment. (1) Quarters. (11) Food. (111) Clothing. Sreotion 5.—Matters affecting the general welfare of prisoners. (i) Medical attendance. (ii) Postal facilities. (iii) Money and gifts. (iv) Occupations and recreation. SECTION 6.—Oonclusion. Recapitulation—The good offices of the United States—A contrast. 22501423233 (B1261) Wt. 7566—4604 iz4m 6/15 H&S Gp.5