Konstantin Rodzaevsky

Russian lawyer and legal scholar

Konstantin Rodzaevsky - Russian lawyer and legal scholar
Born

1907
118 years ago

Died

August 30th, 1946
79 years ago — 39 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Russia

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A prominent figure in Russian legal history, contributed extensively to the development of legal thought in Russia. Served as a legal expert in various capacities and was involved in legal reforms during a transformative period for the country. Worked on significant legal texts that shaped the understanding of law in Russia. His career was marked by efforts to modernize legal practices and promote rational legal frameworks.

Authored influential legal texts

Participated in legal reforms

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