Introduction
Two aspects of law
The development of the law of nations
Sovereign states as international persons
The United States as sovereign
The territory of the state
The vicissitudes of states : extinction and succession
The hierarchical rights of states
Governments and their recognition
Citizens, subjects and nationals
The alien friend
Delinquencies of states and protection of citizens
Intercourse of states diplomatic agents
International treaties
The high seas
Amicable settlement of quarrels of sovereign states
Visions of world peace
The fundamentals of war
The beginning of war and its effects
The laws of land warfare
Authority over hostile territory
Prisoners of war : the sick and wounded
The laws of maritime warfare : maritime capture
The right of visit and search : armed and unarmed ships
Contraband and blockade
Aircraft in war
Neutrality in land and naval warfare
Conclusion.