Sir Hersch Lauterpacht
Sir Hersch Lauterpacht was a distinguished legal scholar and jurist, known for his contributions to international law and human rights. Born in Lviv, Ukraine, he played a key role in the development of the concept of 'crimes against humanity' after World War II, which has had a lasting impact on international humanitarian law. Lauterpacht's work emphasized the importance of protecting individual rights and the accountability of states for human rights violations.
Born on Aug 28, 1897 (127 years old)
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Sir Hersch Lauterpacht developed the concept of crimes against humanity.
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