Alberico Gentili
Italian-English jurist, early international law
Born
January 14th, 1552
473 years ago
Died
June 19th, 1608
416 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Italy
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A jurist and legal scholar whose work laid foundations for international law. Focused on the legal aspects of war and peace, and contributed significantly to the discourse on sovereignty and the law of nations. Published notable writings that explored the application of Roman law to modern contexts, particularly in relation to treaties and the conduct of states. His major work, 'De Jure Belli,' provided a systematic treatment of the laws of war and was influential in shaping future legal frameworks.
Published 'De Jure Belli' in 1598
Advanced the study of international law
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