The Development of International Law in Relation to Crimes against Humanity

Document Type

Social Sciences

Authors

Nikki Redelijk, Pepperdine UniversityFollow

Abstract

This paper will look at the development of international law in relation to crimes against humanity. First, juridically applied at the Nuremberg Trials, crimes against humanity has historically offered a compelling juxtaposition between naturalist and positivist law. Hence, this paper attempts to shed light on these juxtapositions, as seen by the respective arguments taken up by the Allies and Germany at Nuremberg. Likewise, this paper will illustrate the complexities within the definition itself. Finally, this paper will clarify the differing definitions taken up at the various tribunals following Nuremberg, leading up to the Rome Statute. It is a hope, that in its totality, this paper will showcase the capabilities that international law has in combating atrocities committed against humankind.

Recommended Citation

Redelijk, Nikki (2024) "The Development of International Law in Relation to Crimes against Humanity," Global Tides: Vol. 18, Article 5.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.pepperdine.edu/globaltides/vol18/iss1/5