History quiz

Why were people charged with war crimes after world 2?

People were charged with war crimes after World War 2 as a way of punishing individuals for their actions during the conflict. The Allied powers believed that certain atrocities had been committed during the war that were in violation of international law and basic human rights. By prosecuting these individuals, they hoped to demonstrate their commitment to justice and send a message that such actions would not be tolerated in the future.