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Claim Text: The term “genocide” was first used by Raphael Lemkin in his book Axis Rule in Occupied Europe, published in late 1944.
Simplified Text: Raphael Lemkin first used the term "genocide" in his book "Axis Rule in Occupied Europe," which was published in late 1944.
Confidence Score: 1.000
Claim Maker: William A. Schabas
Context Type: News Article
Context Details: { "date": "1944", "person": "Raphael Lemkin", "publication": "Axis Rule in Occupied Europe" }
Subject Tags: History Terminology Raphael Lemkin
UUID: 0dfec88c-5647-4593-be4f-b29a81a2e2d8
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Created: September 26, 2026 at 12:04 AM (2 weeks ago)
Last Updated: September 26, 2026 at 12:04 AM (2 weeks ago)

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The Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide

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By William A Schabas Professor of International Law National University of Ireland Galway Director of the Irish Centre for Human Rights English Fran ais Espa ol The text of the

Genocide Convention International Law United Nations Human Rights International Criminal Law Raphael Lemkin Crime of Genocide Human Rights Law Crimes Against Humanity International Criminal Justice

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