“The claim that torture should somehow be justified is really an attack on the very dignity of humanity. It sinks
us all to an inhuman and uncivilized level. It debases the victim and the torturer. In the end,
torture destroys everything we value as human beings.”
– Michael Ratner, Guantánamo
us all to an inhuman and uncivilized level. It debases the victim and the torturer. In the end,
torture destroys everything we value as human beings.”
– Michael Ratner, Guantánamo
Conclusion
The Third Geneva Convention has been successful, providing rights for POWs, but nations have been inconsistent in their responsibility to follow these laws. As new conflicts arise and human rights are violated, the Conventions are updated to keep up with modern warfare. These Conventions serve as historical lessons, saving human lives and setting standards for the cruel and merciless truth that is WAR.