Protection of Civilians Military Reference Guide, Second Edition The Protection of Civilians (PoC) Military Reference Guide is primarily intended for military commanders and staffs who must consider PoC during armed conflict, multidimensional peace operations, or other military operations, particularly when PoC is an operational or strategic objective. It is designed as a supplement to existing doctrine and other relevant guidance so that military forces can meet their obligations to protect civilians. The reference guide may also be used as a textbook for PoC training. Documents to download PoC_MilRefGd_2nd_ed (.pdf, 4.2 MB) - 21 download(s) Please login or register to post comments.