The father of European federalism?

James Lorimer was a Scottish law professor and pioneer of modern international law who made the first proposal for a European federation in 1884. Lorimer advocated an international republic that would preserve peace in Europe in 'The Institutes of the Law of Nations.'

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Published in:History today 1997-07, Vol.47 (7), p.3-5
Main Author: Harvie, Christopher
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Attorneys
Authors, Scottish
Biography
European federation
Federalism
History
International law
International relations
Lorimer, James (1818-90)
Personal profiles
Scottish writers
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Summary:James Lorimer was a Scottish law professor and pioneer of modern international law who made the first proposal for a European federation in 1884. Lorimer advocated an international republic that would preserve peace in Europe in 'The Institutes of the Law of Nations.'
ISSN:0018-2753