Plan of Action

摘要: Russell was the guiding force behind creation of International War Crimes Tribunal, often dubbed “Russell Tribunal,” but it soon gathered a momentum its own and became divided over issues related to format, legal precedent, bureaucratic structure, clash personalities. Not only did British philosopher provide overall conceptual framework, also prestige attached his name brought publicity induced many prominent intellectuals become tribunal members. financed tribunal’s activities with funds from loans an advance on autobiography. In manner reminiscent Trotsky defense committee, BRPF infrastructure served tribunal, as well. initially benefactor will, energetic Schoenman facilitator instrument acting elderly man’s behalf. Soon, Russell’s declining involvement (due age) Schoenman’s dynamism rendered latter’s role so that he widely accused using “old man’s” positions.