Which of the following statements about Abu Ghraib is false?
A)Soldiers guarding prisoners were not given clear directions from commanding officers regarding the treatment of prisoners.
B)The newest version of the Army Field Manual specifically prohibits waterboarding.
C)Soldiers tasked with running Abu Ghraib had not been trained in the Geneva Conventions.
D)Soldiers responsible for the abuses successfully used the "superior orders" defense to escape prosecution.

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The "superior orders" defense, also known as the Nuremberg defense, was not successful in protecting soldiers responsible for abuses at Abu Ghraib from prosecution. Many were held accountable for their actions despite claims of following orders.

Which of the Following Statements About Abu Ghraib Is False