Historical Events tagged with "treaty of rome"

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Crime & Law

Landmark Ruling Establishes Direct Effect in EU Law

February 5th, 1963 62 years ago

In a significant case, the European Court of Justice ruled in favor of Van Gend en Loos, establishing the principle of direct effect of European Union law. This ruling determined that individuals could invoke EU law directly in their national courts, fundamentally changing the relationship between EU law and member states. The case arose when Van Gend en Loos, a Dutch transport company, contested the application of a customs duty imposed by the Netherlands. The Court's decision arose from a dispute over the interpretation of the Treaty of Rome.

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Politics & Government

Fiume Annexed to Italy from Treaty of Rome

March 16th, 1924 101 years ago

Fiume, a port city on the Adriatic Sea, was officially annexed by Italy as a result of the Treaty of Rome. Signed on January 27, 1924, the treaty aimed to settle territorial disputes following World War I. The agreement culminated in the legal incorporation of Fiume into Italy, establishing new borders and reflecting shifting national identities in the post-war period. This annexation represented a significant reconfiguration of the national landscape in the region.

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