Hmmm..I couldn't find any specific document which said either way after a fair search, but I note that all the references to execution and crimes assume that there will be a court martial.
I have to say, assuming that it's true, I suspect the U.S. would then be probably the first country in history where it was not at least technically legal for commanding officers to execute soldiers in the field for certain crimes.
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Date: 9/4/10 00:23 (UTC)I have to say, assuming that it's true, I suspect the U.S. would then be probably the first country in history where it was not at least technically legal for commanding officers to execute soldiers in the field for certain crimes.