United States of America
Practice Relating to Rule 138. The Elderly, Disabled and Infirm
The US Field Manual (1956) provides: “The Parties to the conflict shall endeavour to conclude local agreements for the removal from besieged or encircled areas of … aged persons”.
The US Air Force Pamphlet (1976) provides: “Removal of … aged persons … from besieged or encircled areas is encouraged.”