Justice Robert H. Jackson

Justice Robert H. Jackson (1892-1954) was an influential American lawyer and jurist who served on the U.S. Supreme Court from 1941 until his death in 1954. Before his judicial career, he played a key role as the U.S. Attorney General and as chief prosecutor at the Nuremberg Trials, where he held Nazi war criminals accountable for their actions during World War II. Known for his eloquent writing and strong views on civil liberties, Jackson’s legacy includes his commitment to justice and the rule of law, influencing both the American legal system and international human rights.