Robert E. Brown Case (United States v. Great Britain)
Great Britain-United States Arbitral Tribunal
6 R.I.A.A. 120 (1923)
- Written by Kyli Cotten, JD
Facts
In 1895, Robert E. Brown, a citizen of the United States (plaintiff), acquired real property in the South African Republic. In 1900, Great Britain (defendant) conquered and annexed South Africa. Prior to the annexation, the South African government denied Brown his property rights. After the annexation, the United States brought an action against Great Britain on Brown’s behalf, claiming that the South African government’s actions were attributable to Great Britain.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Per curiam)
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