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The Hidden Chronicles: The UN War Crimes Commission’s Legacy and Lessons from WWII

Introduction World War II, one of the most devastating conflicts in human history, left an indelible mark on the world, shaping the geopolitical landscape and redefining the principles of international justice. Amidst the chaos and destruction, the United Nations War Crimes Commission (UNWCC) played a pivotal yet largely unheralded role in the pursuit of justice […]

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Israel’s Mercenary Pilots: The Foreign Aces Who Helped Win the 1948 War of Independence

In the early years of the State of Israel, the fledgling nation found itself facing numerous military threats from its Arab neighbors. One of the key factors that allowed Israel to prevail in the 1948 War of Independence was the contribution of a group of foreign mercenary pilots who volunteered their services to the Israeli […]