Kapitulation
Kapitulation, in a military context, refers to the formal surrender of armed forces, a city, or an entire nation to an enemy. This act signifies the cessation of hostilities and the acceptance of defeat. A capitulation is typically negotiated and formalized through a document, outlining the terms and conditions of the surrender. These terms can vary widely, ranging from the immediate laying down of arms to agreements concerning the treatment of prisoners of war, the administration of occupied territory, and the future political status of the defeated entity.
The decision to capitulate is often a difficult one, made when continued resistance is deemed futile and