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The Role Of The Lawyer In War: Lawyering For Uncle Sam When He Draws His Sword, William G. Eckhardt
The Role Of The Lawyer In War: Lawyering For Uncle Sam When He Draws His Sword, William G. Eckhardt
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For 228 years, uniformed lawyers have been providing legal advice to commanders. They have used their legal skill, their sense of social organization, and their understanding of military history and tradition to assist in the formulation of sound discipline, governance, and policy. The unique contribution martial law has made to our country's dedication to the rule of law is a heritage worth celebrating. The purpose of this essay is to discuss this heritage so that one may appreciate the current state of the practice of military law. It includes an exploration of the theoretical conflict between law and armed force; …