Why were military leaders and civilians in Japan put on trial after World War II?

A) They had stolen money from the military.
B) They had mistreated prisoners.
C) They refused to give up their power.
D) They planned a revolt against the US.

Question

Why were military leaders and civilians in Japan put on trial after World War II?

A) They had stolen money from the military.
B) They had mistreated prisoners.
C) They refused to give up their power.
D) They planned a revolt against the US.

paki · Answer

what you guess here about the answer...?

anonymous · Answer

Either A or D

wwhitlock · Answer

One of the answers fits the charge of crimes against humanity. It's the one that mentions humans.

anonymous · Answer

So B? @wwhitlock

wwhitlock · Answer

Yup. In the modern world, we go after leaders who commit atrocities in time of war. (Mostly)