Trial of the Major War Criminals Before the International Military Tribunal, Nuremburg, 14 November 1945-1 October 1946, Volume 10

On March 25, 1946, the International Military Tribunal convened for its ninetieth day, and the morning session unfolds like a meticulously staged courtroom drama. The presiding judges, a British lord and a German marshal, wrestle with procedural questions about evidence, while counsel for Rudolf Hess navigates a maze of speeches, decrees, and affidavits, labeling each as exhibit H‑1 through H‑14. Listeners hear the formal exchanges, the precise language, and the careful choreography that defined the legal pursuit of accountability after World II.

Beyond the legal jargon, the volume offers a window into the mindset of a man accused of shaping Nazi war policy, as his own public addresses become the very material under scrutiny. The prosecution and defense debate the relevance of political opinions, economic reports, and private testimonies, revealing how the tribunal balanced justice with evidentiary rigor. This immersive record lets you experience the tension of a historic trial without leaving the comfort of your headphones.