Thomas H. Youmans Case (United States v. Mexico)
United Nations Arbitration Tribunal?
4 R.I.A.A. 110 (1926)
- Written by Kyli Cotten, JD
Facts
In 1880, Henry Youmans, an American citizen, was murdered along with two other American citizens by a mob in Angangueo, Mexico. Mexican soldiers were among the mob participants. The United States (plaintiff) brought a claim on behalf of Henry’s son, Thomas Youmans, against the government of Mexico (defendant) for Mexico’s failure to protect Henry from the mob and properly apprehend and punish the persons involved. Mexico claimed that it should not be responsible for the acts of individual soldiers.
Rule of Law
Issue
Holding and Reasoning (Per curiam)
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