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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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Famous Hugo Grotius Quotes

“Ignorance of certain subjects is a great part of wisdom.”

Certain Subjects Ignorance

Author:Hugo Grotius

About the Author

Born: April 10, 1583
Died: August 28, 1645
Known for: Jurist
Quotes: 10

Books & Sources

The Rights of War and Peace: Including the Law of Nature and of NationsRelated source material

Hugo Grotius on the Law of War and Peace: Student EditionRelated source material

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