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Delegates outside International Court of Justice, The Hague
Delegates outside the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands, 21 April 1947.
1947
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1947 Delegate Delegates Hague Justice Netherlands Postwar
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This evocative photograph captures a group of delegates gathered outside the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands, on 21 April 1947. The International Court of Justice, also known as the World Court, is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, established in 1945 to settle legal disputes between states and to provide advisory opinions on international law. The image shows a diverse group of men in formal attire, standing on the steps of the imposing building, deep in conversation. The postwar era of the late 1940s is reflected in their somber expressions and the seriousness of the occasion. The International Court of Justice played a crucial role in the aftermath of World War II, addressing disputes and helping to establish a new international order. The Netherlands, as the host country of the International Court of Justice, is represented in the photograph by the flag flying proudly above the entrance. The historic building, with its grand columns and intricate stonework, serves as a symbol of the international community's commitment to upholding the rule of law and resolving conflicts peacefully. This photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in international history, as delegates from around the world came together to rebuild a postwar world based on justice and respect for international law.
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