Why were allied prisoners treated harshly?

Allied prisoners were often treated harshly due to a combination of wartime animosities, Propaganda, and the desire to extract information. Captor nations sometimes viewed them as enemy combatants rather than individuals, leading to inhumane conditions and treatment. Additionally, harsh treatment could be used as a means of intimidation to deter resistance or to punish captured soldiers for their nations' actions. The prevailing ideology and dehumanization during wartime also contributed to the brutal conditions many prisoners faced.