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There is no definition of the word "civilian" under which members of the military qualify. > Under international humanitarian law, civilians are "persons who a
by CydeWeys 6y ago
There is no definition of the word "civilian" under which members of the military qualify.
> Under international humanitarian law, civilians are "persons who are not members of the armed forces" and are not "combatants if they [don't] carry arms openly and respect the laws and customs of war".
(from Wikipedia)
- tekknik 6y agoSure, now next step is to determine if a military member in civilian clothes is considered military or civilian. Speaking from first hand experience we call ourselves civilians then.