Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""First Violations of International Law by Germany: Luxembourg and Belgium (1917)"" by Louis Renault is a historical account of the events that led to the First World War. The author, a renowned French jurist, provides a detailed analysis of the German invasion of Luxembourg and Belgium in 1914, which marked the first violations of international law by Germany.The book begins by examining the legal framework that governed international relations at the time, including the Hague Conventions of 1899 and 1907, which sought to regulate the conduct of warfare. The author then delves into the political and military events that led to the German invasion of Luxembourg and Belgium, including the Schlieffen Plan and the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.Renault provides a thorough analysis of the legal arguments put forth by both sides, including Germany's claim of military necessity and Belgium's invocation of the rights of neutrality. He also examines the reactions of other European powers, including Britain and France, to the German violations of international law.Overall, ""First Violations of International Law by Germany: Luxembourg and Belgium (1917)"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of a critical moment in modern European history. It offers a valuable perspective on the legal and political issues that continue to shape international relations today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
