kapitulasjonen
Kapitulasjonen refers to the act by which one belligerent party formally surrenders to another at the conclusion of a conflict or siege. It is usually established through a written instrument that specifies the terms under which hostilities cease, the transfer of control, and the treatment of those involved, including prisoners of war, civilians, and occupied territories. The document is signed by authorized representatives and can be bilateral or, in some cases, subject to mediation.
A kapitulasjon differs from a simple ceasefire or armistice. While a ceasefire halts active fighting temporarily,
Kapitulasjoner can be unconditional or negotiated. An unconditional surrender accepts the terms offered by the victor,
Historically, kapitulasjoner were common at the end of sieges and wars, shaping the transition from conflict