Allied prisoners

Allied prisoners refer to military personnel from the Allied Powers—such as the United States, United Kingdom, Soviet Union, and others—who were captured and detained by enemy forces during wartime. These prisoners were often held in prisoner-of-war (POW) camps and were protected under international agreements like the Geneva Conventions. Their treatment varied depending on the conflict and circumstances, but generally, they were safeguarded by laws aimed at humane treatment and fair exchange. The term underscores their status as combatants allied against a common enemy during major global conflicts like World War I and World War II.