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#OTD in #Nuremberg, December 1, 1945, British Prosecutor G.D. Roberts finished the direct examination of Lahousen followed by cross-examination by counsel for defendants Von Papen and Keitel.
December 1, 2025 at 11:34 AM
#OTD in #Nuremberg, December 1, 1945, British Prosecutor G.D. Roberts finished the direct examination of Lahousen followed by cross-examination by counsel for defendants Von Papen and Keitel.
#OTD in #Nuremberg, November 30, 1945. Col. John Amen, assistant American Prosecutor, called the Tribunal's first witness, Major Gen. Erwin Lahousen, a former German military intelligence officer and one of the survivors of a small group of plotters who tried to assassinate Hitler in July 1944.
November 30, 2025 at 4:25 PM
#OTD in #Nuremberg, November 30, 1945. Col. John Amen, assistant American Prosecutor, called the Tribunal's first witness, Major Gen. Erwin Lahousen, a former German military intelligence officer and one of the survivors of a small group of plotters who tried to assassinate Hitler in July 1944.
#OTD in #Nuremberg: On Nov. 29, 1945, Thomas Dodd and James Donovan, American Associate Trial Counsels at the Nuremberg Trial, introduce the film on the Concentration Camps.
November 29, 2025 at 12:41 PM
#OTD in #Nuremberg: On Nov. 29, 1945, Thomas Dodd and James Donovan, American Associate Trial Counsels at the Nuremberg Trial, introduce the film on the Concentration Camps.
#OTD Nov. 28, 1945, Day 7 of the the #IMT in #Nuremberg, Sidney Alderman, American Associate Trial Counsel at the Nuremberg Trial, continued his presentation of the Case of German Preparation For Aggressive War.
November 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM
#OTD Nov. 28, 1945, Day 7 of the the #IMT in #Nuremberg, Sidney Alderman, American Associate Trial Counsel at the Nuremberg Trial, continued his presentation of the Case of German Preparation For Aggressive War.
On November 27, 1945, Col. Robert Storey, assistant American Prosecutor at the #NurembergTrial, announced that a movie relating to concentration camps would be shown the next trial day.
November 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
On November 27, 1945, Col. Robert Storey, assistant American Prosecutor at the #NurembergTrial, announced that a movie relating to concentration camps would be shown the next trial day.
The Al & Marge Brown #WWII Lecture:
December 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
On Zoom
Join us for a virtual conversation with Cindy Schweich Handler and Harry Handler, co-creators of A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany.
December 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
On Zoom
Join us for a virtual conversation with Cindy Schweich Handler and Harry Handler, co-creators of A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany.
November 27, 2025 at 3:36 PM
The Al & Marge Brown #WWII Lecture:
December 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
On Zoom
Join us for a virtual conversation with Cindy Schweich Handler and Harry Handler, co-creators of A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany.
December 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
On Zoom
Join us for a virtual conversation with Cindy Schweich Handler and Harry Handler, co-creators of A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany.
As we celebrate this Thanksgiving and look ahead to 2026—marking both the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials and our own 25th anniversary—we are thankful for supporters like you who help keep Justice Jackson's vital legacy alive.
Thank you for believing in this work and walking alongside us.
Thank you for believing in this work and walking alongside us.
November 26, 2025 at 12:24 PM
As we celebrate this Thanksgiving and look ahead to 2026—marking both the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials and our own 25th anniversary—we are thankful for supporters like you who help keep Justice Jackson's vital legacy alive.
Thank you for believing in this work and walking alongside us.
Thank you for believing in this work and walking alongside us.
Giving Tuesday is next week, and I'm thinking about what it means to make a difference.
Young Robert H. Jackson was inspired by his mentors to use his voice. This Giving Tuesday is your opportunity to do the same – to inspire current and future generations.
Young Robert H. Jackson was inspired by his mentors to use his voice. This Giving Tuesday is your opportunity to do the same – to inspire current and future generations.
November 25, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Giving Tuesday is next week, and I'm thinking about what it means to make a difference.
Young Robert H. Jackson was inspired by his mentors to use his voice. This Giving Tuesday is your opportunity to do the same – to inspire current and future generations.
Young Robert H. Jackson was inspired by his mentors to use his voice. This Giving Tuesday is your opportunity to do the same – to inspire current and future generations.
One week from today!
Join us on December 1 at 12:30pm EST for 80 Years On: The Legacy of the Nuremberg Trials for Accountability, part of our 80 Years of Nuremberg symposium. Presented by the British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL).
www.roberthjackson.org/event/80-yea...
Join us on December 1 at 12:30pm EST for 80 Years On: The Legacy of the Nuremberg Trials for Accountability, part of our 80 Years of Nuremberg symposium. Presented by the British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL).
www.roberthjackson.org/event/80-yea...
November 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
One week from today!
Join us on December 1 at 12:30pm EST for 80 Years On: The Legacy of the Nuremberg Trials for Accountability, part of our 80 Years of Nuremberg symposium. Presented by the British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL).
www.roberthjackson.org/event/80-yea...
Join us on December 1 at 12:30pm EST for 80 Years On: The Legacy of the Nuremberg Trials for Accountability, part of our 80 Years of Nuremberg symposium. Presented by the British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL).
www.roberthjackson.org/event/80-yea...
We’re teaming up with the National Constitution Center! Join us for a powerful conversation on Justice Robert H. Jackson, presidential power, and Youngstown v. Sawyer. Featuring John Q. Barrett, Gerard Magliocca, G. Edward White, & moderated by Jeffrey Rosen. www.roberthjackson.org/event/nation...
November 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
We’re teaming up with the National Constitution Center! Join us for a powerful conversation on Justice Robert H. Jackson, presidential power, and Youngstown v. Sawyer. Featuring John Q. Barrett, Gerard Magliocca, G. Edward White, & moderated by Jeffrey Rosen. www.roberthjackson.org/event/nation...
#OTD in Nuremberg, 1945, Frank Wallis, American Associate Trial Counsel at the Nuremberg Trial continued his presentation of the Case Concerning the Nazi Common Plan and Conspiracy through 1939, also known as "Nazi Chain of Command."
November 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
#OTD in Nuremberg, 1945, Frank Wallis, American Associate Trial Counsel at the Nuremberg Trial continued his presentation of the Case Concerning the Nazi Common Plan and Conspiracy through 1939, also known as "Nazi Chain of Command."
Day 3 - Col. Robert Storey made initial statements regarding the methodology of gathering and presenting evidence. Counsel Ralph Albrecht introduced the complex structure and organization of the Nazi Party and government apparatus.
November 22, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Day 3 - Col. Robert Storey made initial statements regarding the methodology of gathering and presenting evidence. Counsel Ralph Albrecht introduced the complex structure and organization of the Nazi Party and government apparatus.
Nov 21, 1945 - U.S. Supreme Court Justice Robert H. Jackson, appointed by President Truman to serve as United States Chief of Counsel to prosecute Nazi war criminals, delivers his opening statement to the four-nation International Military Tribunal (IMT) at #Nuremberg #OTD.
November 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Nov 21, 1945 - U.S. Supreme Court Justice Robert H. Jackson, appointed by President Truman to serve as United States Chief of Counsel to prosecute Nazi war criminals, delivers his opening statement to the four-nation International Military Tribunal (IMT) at #Nuremberg #OTD.
Today in Nuremberg 80 years ago at the first International Military Tribunal:
Twenty-four leading Nazi war criminals first heard the indictments against them on October 18, 1945. The Indictment was read again on the first day of the trial, November 20, 1945.
Twenty-four leading Nazi war criminals first heard the indictments against them on October 18, 1945. The Indictment was read again on the first day of the trial, November 20, 1945.
November 21, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Today in Nuremberg 80 years ago at the first International Military Tribunal:
Twenty-four leading Nazi war criminals first heard the indictments against them on October 18, 1945. The Indictment was read again on the first day of the trial, November 20, 1945.
Twenty-four leading Nazi war criminals first heard the indictments against them on October 18, 1945. The Indictment was read again on the first day of the trial, November 20, 1945.
This week 80 years ago, the International Military Tribunal at #Nuremberg started with the reading of indictments and and opening statements. Friday we begin the commemoration with a virtual tour of the courtroom where it all happened.
Register here: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
Register here: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
November 20, 2025 at 9:31 PM
This week 80 years ago, the International Military Tribunal at #Nuremberg started with the reading of indictments and and opening statements. Friday we begin the commemoration with a virtual tour of the courtroom where it all happened.
Register here: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
Register here: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
As we prepare for our upcoming screening of the new Nuremberg film, we’re revisiting a conversation between our founder and Howard Triest. www.youtube.com/watch?v=deW_...
Join us on January 30 to see the modern adaptation of his story: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
Join us on January 30 to see the modern adaptation of his story: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
Nuremberg (2025) Film Screening & Talk-Back with Author Jack El-Hai
Join us at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts for a special screening of Nuremberg (2025), followed by a live talk-back with author Jack El-Hai, whose book The Nazi and the Psychiatrist inspired the...
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November 19, 2025 at 3:04 PM
As we prepare for our upcoming screening of the new Nuremberg film, we’re revisiting a conversation between our founder and Howard Triest. www.youtube.com/watch?v=deW_...
Join us on January 30 to see the modern adaptation of his story: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
Join us on January 30 to see the modern adaptation of his story: www.roberthjackson.org/event/nuremb...
Living Voices returns in January to the Robert H. Jackson Center for a series of unforgettable performances that bring history to life. Through powerful storytelling, first-person narratives, and immersive dramatizations, Living Voices lessons leave lasting memories.
November 18, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Living Voices returns in January to the Robert H. Jackson Center for a series of unforgettable performances that bring history to life. Through powerful storytelling, first-person narratives, and immersive dramatizations, Living Voices lessons leave lasting memories.
A forgotten hero of justice.
Join us for A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany, part of our Al & Marge Brown WWII Lecture Series.
December 15 | Virtual | Free with registration: www.roberthjackson.org/event/wwii-h...
Join us for A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany, part of our Al & Marge Brown WWII Lecture Series.
December 15 | Virtual | Free with registration: www.roberthjackson.org/event/wwii-h...
November 18, 2025 at 12:30 AM
A forgotten hero of justice.
Join us for A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany, part of our Al & Marge Brown WWII Lecture Series.
December 15 | Virtual | Free with registration: www.roberthjackson.org/event/wwii-h...
Join us for A German Jew’s Triumph: Fritz Oppenheimer and the Denazification of Germany, part of our Al & Marge Brown WWII Lecture Series.
December 15 | Virtual | Free with registration: www.roberthjackson.org/event/wwii-h...
Step inside Courtroom 600.
Our 80 Years of Nuremberg Symposium begins with a virtual tour of the historic courtroom where Robert H. Jackson delivered his Opening Statement at the International Military Tribunal—framing the proceedings as a pursuit of justice, not vengeance.
Our 80 Years of Nuremberg Symposium begins with a virtual tour of the historic courtroom where Robert H. Jackson delivered his Opening Statement at the International Military Tribunal—framing the proceedings as a pursuit of justice, not vengeance.
November 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Step inside Courtroom 600.
Our 80 Years of Nuremberg Symposium begins with a virtual tour of the historic courtroom where Robert H. Jackson delivered his Opening Statement at the International Military Tribunal—framing the proceedings as a pursuit of justice, not vengeance.
Our 80 Years of Nuremberg Symposium begins with a virtual tour of the historic courtroom where Robert H. Jackson delivered his Opening Statement at the International Military Tribunal—framing the proceedings as a pursuit of justice, not vengeance.
Before it was a film, it was a turning point in human history. Learn what really happened inside that courtroom, and why it still matters today. Read more: The True Story Behind Nuremberg - Robert H Jackson Center www.roberthjackson.org/the-true-sto...
November 13, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Before it was a film, it was a turning point in human history. Learn what really happened inside that courtroom, and why it still matters today. Read more: The True Story Behind Nuremberg - Robert H Jackson Center www.roberthjackson.org/the-true-sto...
Happy Veterans Day!
Today we honor all who have served our nation in defense of freedom and democracy.
Did you know? William Jackson, Justice Robert H. Jackson's son, was commissioned in the United States Navy Reserves after graduating from law school in 1944.
Today we honor all who have served our nation in defense of freedom and democracy.
Did you know? William Jackson, Justice Robert H. Jackson's son, was commissioned in the United States Navy Reserves after graduating from law school in 1944.
November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Happy Veterans Day!
Today we honor all who have served our nation in defense of freedom and democracy.
Did you know? William Jackson, Justice Robert H. Jackson's son, was commissioned in the United States Navy Reserves after graduating from law school in 1944.
Today we honor all who have served our nation in defense of freedom and democracy.
Did you know? William Jackson, Justice Robert H. Jackson's son, was commissioned in the United States Navy Reserves after graduating from law school in 1944.
There's something special about that first dusting of snow of the season! The #RHJC is open today and tomorrow, so stop by and enjoy the beautiful winter scenery outside and warm up inside.
Open Monday & Tuesday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Free and open to the public
📍 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, NY
Open Monday & Tuesday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Free and open to the public
📍 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, NY
November 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM
There's something special about that first dusting of snow of the season! The #RHJC is open today and tomorrow, so stop by and enjoy the beautiful winter scenery outside and warm up inside.
Open Monday & Tuesday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Free and open to the public
📍 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, NY
Open Monday & Tuesday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Free and open to the public
📍 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, NY
This Veterans Day, we honor those who served our nation by continuing our mission: educating the public about democracy, justice, and the rule of law. These are the very principles our veterans stood to protect.
November 8, 2025 at 1:00 AM
This Veterans Day, we honor those who served our nation by continuing our mission: educating the public about democracy, justice, and the rule of law. These are the very principles our veterans stood to protect.
The Robert H. Jackson Center and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts will present a special community screening of the new film "Nuremberg," 6 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2026, followed by a live talk-back with author Jack El-Hai, whose book, "The Nazi and the Psychiatrist," inspired the film.
November 5, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The Robert H. Jackson Center and the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts will present a special community screening of the new film "Nuremberg," 6 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2026, followed by a live talk-back with author Jack El-Hai, whose book, "The Nazi and the Psychiatrist," inspired the film.
A message from our Board Chair, Phil Nalbone:
Robert H. Jackson is having another moment!
As we approach the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials this November and celebrate the Jackson Center's 25th anniversary beginning in December, I'm excited to be leading the Center this milestone year.
Robert H. Jackson is having another moment!
As we approach the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials this November and celebrate the Jackson Center's 25th anniversary beginning in December, I'm excited to be leading the Center this milestone year.
November 4, 2025 at 11:01 PM
A message from our Board Chair, Phil Nalbone:
Robert H. Jackson is having another moment!
As we approach the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials this November and celebrate the Jackson Center's 25th anniversary beginning in December, I'm excited to be leading the Center this milestone year.
Robert H. Jackson is having another moment!
As we approach the 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials this November and celebrate the Jackson Center's 25th anniversary beginning in December, I'm excited to be leading the Center this milestone year.