Geoffrey Lawrence, 1st Baron Oaksey
British judge (1880–1971) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Geoffrey Lawrence, 3rd Baron Trevethin, 1st Baron Oaksey, DSO, PC, DL, TD (2 December 1880 – 28 August 1971) was the main British judge during the Nuremberg trials after Second World War, and President of the Judicial group.[1][2][3]
Quick Facts Lord of Appeal in Ordinary, Preceded by ...
The Lord Oaksey | |
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Lord of Appeal in Ordinary | |
In office 1947–1957 | |
Preceded by | The Lord Macmillan |
Succeeded by | The Lord Denning |
Personal details | |
Born | Geoffrey Lawrence 2 December 1880 London, England |
Died | 28 August 1971(1971-08-28) (aged 90) Oaksey, Wiltshire, England |
Citizenship | United Kingdom |
Political party | Crossbencher |
Alma mater | New College, Oxford |
Occupation | Barrister, judge |
Profession | Law |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Branch/service | British Army |
Unit | Royal Artillery |
Battles/wars | World War I |
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