The war crimes trials of German and Japanese military officials following World War II established that
A. it is difficult to convict leaders of crimes against humanity
B. civil liberties must be expanded for civilians during wartime
C. individuals can be held responsible for wartime atrocities against civilians
D. genocidal acts are acceptable during wartime
Answer: C. individuals can be held responsible for wartime atrocities against civilians
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