Hartley Shawcross

Hartley Shawcross was a British lawyer and politician, best known for his role as the Chief Prosecutor at the Nuremberg Trials after World War II, where he helped prosecute Nazi war crimes. He served as a Member of Parliament and held various government positions, including Attorney General. Shawcross was known for his eloquent speaking and legal expertise, contributing significantly to international law. His efforts in the trials aimed to bring justice for the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and establish a legal framework for addressing war crimes in the future.