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On This Day: The International Military Tribunal for the Far East begins in Tokyo with... (1946) - Illustration on justice | IllustrateTheWord

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On This Day: The International Military Tribunal for the Far East begins in Tokyo with... (1946)

Source: Today in History (history.muffinlabs.com) - CC BY-SA 3.054 words

On May 5, 1946: The International Military Tribunal for the Far East begins in Tokyo with twenty-eight Japanese military and government officials accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice and righteousness. Consider using it when preaching about justice, leadership.

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