Does calling a destructor explicitly destroy an object completely?

Question

If I call a destructor explicitly ( myObject.~Object() ) does this assure me that the object will be appropriately destroyed (calling all child destructors) ?

Ok so

Answer 1

Yes, a destructor, even when called explicitly, will destroy its subobjects properly.

As you seem to realize, it's a rare action to do, but perhaps as part of a well tested and documented library it may be useful. But document (and profile) it since even though it's valid and safe, every maintainer (including you) will never feel comfortable with it.