International Law. A Treatise. Volume 2 (of 2) / War and Neutrality. Second Edition

The treatise presents a systematic exposition of the law of war and neutrality, combining doctrinal analysis, case law, and treaty provisions to address the rights and duties of belligerents and neutrals. It considers legal character and commencement of hostilities, measures of maritime warfare including capture, contraband, blockade, and prize proceedings, and the status and treatment of enemy nationals and merchant shipping. It evaluates Hague Conventions and the Declaration of London alongside prevailing practice, discusses armistices, reprisals, and unneutral service, and adds a chapter on a proposed international prize court to clarify procedural and substantive questions in naval warfare.