The “Nuremberg defence” takes its name from the claim by Nazi officials
at the Nuremberg War Crimes Tribunal that they should be acquitted
because they were following “superior orders”.
In one of the most significant judgments in international law, the Nuremberg Tribunal held that following superior orders in the case of crimes against humanity is no defence, although it may be a factor in determining the appropriate punishment.
http://johnmenadue.com/blog/?p=6111
In one of the most significant judgments in international law, the Nuremberg Tribunal held that following superior orders in the case of crimes against humanity is no defence, although it may be a factor in determining the appropriate punishment.
http://johnmenadue.com/blog/?p=6111