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Lauterpacht and Lemkin

Reflecting on the work of two twentieth-century giants of international law and today’s international legal landscape

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October 16, 2024 from 12:00 - 1:30 PM (US Eastern)

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  • October 16, 2024
  • 12:00 - 1:30 PM (US Eastern)

Philippe Sands will share insights on Hersh Lauterpacht from his book East West Street. Professor Douglas Irvin-Erickson will provide insights into Raphael Lemkin’s thinking drawn from his recent biography, Raphael Lemkin and the Concept of Genocide. Federica D’Alessandra will serve as the panel commentator.

Presenters:

  • Philippe Sands, University College London
  • Doug Irvin-Erickson, George Mason University
  • Federica D’Alessandra, Oxford University

Moderator:

  • Jim Finkel, Stimson Center Nonresident Fellow

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