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Instructions for the Government of Armies of the United States in the Field (Lieber Code). 24 April 1863.

Section VIII : Armistice -- Capitulation - Art. 135.

Art. 135. An armistice is the cessation of active hostilities for a period agreed between belligerents. It must be agreed upon in writing, and duly ratified by the highest authorities of the contending parties.

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