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Film produced by the ICRC in cooperation with Robin M. Coupland and Beat P. Kneubuehl
Film with additional information, can be played in German, French or English
International Committee of the Red Cross, Geneva, Switzerland, 2008

This DVD explores the impact on human tissue of bullets from rifles and handguns, as well as fragments from explosive weapons. Designed for instructional purposes, the film has been made for a range of specialist audiences. Health professionals, who treat people wounded by weapons, will benefit from a better understanding ofthe physical process of wounding. Lawyers need a good grasp of wound ballistics to promote rules limiting the use of force and prohibiting certain bullets. Forensic experts require an understanding of wound ballistics when presenting evidence in court about cause of death. The accompanying brochure id intended to further enhance understanding of the film's content. It includes a useful glossary of terms, additional technical information and a summary of pertinent international legal texts.

Order with: International Committee of the Red Cross