### Question
How is the "spoils of war" defined?


### Answer
The term **spoils of war** is defined in *50 U.S.C. § 2204* as follows -

> enemy movable property lawfully captured, seized, confiscated, or found which has become United States property in accordance with the laws of war

#### Citation:
  - *50 U.S.C. § 2204*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 39-SPOILS OF WAR**

