Dutch jurist and the father of international law, born on April 10, 1583 in the Netherlands. His works have had a profound impact on the development of international law.
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“A state is a perfect body of free men, united together to enjoy common rights and advantages.”
Source: The Rights of War and Peace: Including the Law of Nature and of Nations
“Liberty is the power that we have over ourselves.”
Source: The Rights of War and Peace: Including the Law of Nature and of Nations
“Tis long ere time can mitigate your grief; To wisdom fly, she quickly brings relief.”
Source: Hugo Grotius on the Law of War and Peace: Student Edition