1968 Nobel Peace Prize
1968 Nobel Peace Prize[edit | edit source]
The 1968 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to René Cassin, a prominent French jurist, law professor, and judge. Cassin was recognized for his significant contributions to the development of human rights, particularly his role in drafting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Background[edit | edit source]
The Nobel Peace Prize is one of the five Nobel Prizes established by the will of Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite. The Peace Prize is awarded annually to individuals or organizations that have "done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, for the abolition or reduction of standing armies and for the holding and promotion of peace congresses."
René Cassin[edit | edit source]
René Cassin was born on October 5, 1887, in Bayonne, France. He served in the French army during World War I and was severely wounded. After the war, he became a professor of law and a prominent advocate for human rights.
Cassin was a key figure in the drafting of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on December 10, 1948. The declaration is considered a milestone document in the history of human rights, setting out fundamental human rights to be universally protected.
In addition to his work on the Universal Declaration, Cassin was involved in various international organizations and efforts to promote peace and human rights. He served as a judge on the European Court of Human Rights and was a member of the French Council of State.
Award Ceremony[edit | edit source]
The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to René Cassin on December 10, 1968, in Oslo, Norway. In his acceptance speech, Cassin emphasized the importance of human rights in achieving lasting peace and the need for continued efforts to protect these rights globally.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
René Cassin's work has had a lasting impact on the field of human rights. The principles he helped to enshrine in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights continue to influence international law and human rights advocacy today. The René Cassin Foundation, named in his honor, continues to promote human rights education and advocacy.
Also see[edit | edit source]
- Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- Nobel Peace Prize
- European Court of Human Rights
- Alfred Nobel
- Human rights
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