Publisher's Synopsis
""A Manual of the Law of Maritime Warfare"" is a book written by William Hazlitt in 1854. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the laws and rules governing maritime warfare. It includes the decisions made by Lord Stowell and other English judges, as well as the rulings of American courts. The book covers a wide range of topics related to maritime warfare, including the rights and duties of belligerents and neutrals, the capture and condemnation of prizes, and the treatment of prisoners of war. It also discusses the various treaties and conventions that have been established to regulate maritime warfare. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the legal aspects of naval warfare and the history of international law.And The Opinions Of The Most Eminent Jurists: With An Appendix Of The Official Documents And Correspondence In Relation To The Present War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.