S 4587
Benjamin Berell Ferencz Congressional Gold Medal Act
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This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to Benjamin Berell Ferencz in recognition of his pivotal role in the post-World War II Nuremberg trials and his lifelong dedication to international criminal justice. Ferencz played a key part in gathering evidence against Nazi war criminals and advocating for the establishment of international legal mechanisms to prevent future atrocities. The bill acknowledges his significant contributions to promoting the rule of law and combating aggression worldwide.
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Angus S., Jr. King
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