Trial of German War Criminals: Opening Address by Robert H. Jackson (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258765750)

The Trial of German War Criminals: Opening Address by Robert H. Jackson is a book that contains the complete transcript of the opening statement made by Robert H. Jackson, the Chief Prosecutor for the United States at the Nuremberg Trials. The Nuremberg Trials were a series of military tribunals held after World War II to prosecute prominent leaders of Nazi Germany for war crimes, crimes against peace, and crimes against humanity. In this book, Jackson delivers a powerful and eloquent speech that lays out the case against the defendants and the principles of international law that will guide the proceedings. He argues that the crimes committed by the Nazis were not merely violations of national law, but constituted offenses against the entire world. He also emphasizes the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions, regardless of their position or status.The book provides a fascinating insight into the legal and moral complexities of the Nuremberg Trials, as well as the challenges faced by the prosecutors in presenting their case. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of international law and the pursuit of justice in the aftermath of war.Together With A Copy Of The Indictment Against The Said German War Criminals.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Houghwout Jackson
ISBN-10: 1258765756
ISBN-13: 9781258765750
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/20/2013
Pages: 96
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d