Events tagged with "humane treatment"

Historical Events tagged with "humane treatment"

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Military & Warfare

United States Army Ends Flogging Practices

August 5th, 1861 163 years ago

The U.S. Army officially abolished flogging as a punishment in the military. This decision reflected a broader shift towards more humane treatment of soldiers and a move away from harsh disciplinary measures that had characterized military life. The change was part of an effort to reform military discipline under the growing influence of humanitarian ideals during the Civil War period. By eliminating flogging, the Army aimed to promote a more respectable image and improve morale among troops.