Allied POWs liberated from Japanese prison camps in 1945

The transcript discusses the impact of the Geneva Convention on war conduct, focusing on the liberation of prisoners in Japan by the Allies. It highlights the harsh conditions and inhuman treatment faced by prisoners, emphasizing their joy upon liberation despite their appalling physical state.

What historical event is referenced in the text regarding the Geneva Convention?

How did the physical appearance of the prisoners of war affect the perception of their condition?