Far different would be the effect of the decision of an international Court, in which, though it might run directly counter to British theory and practice, Great Britain would have bound herself beforehand to acquiesce.
Holland warns of the potential negative consequences of decisions made by an international court that contradict British practices.
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To put an end to this confusion, I venture to suggest that, in concert with our Allies, the Declaration should be finally consigned to oblivion.
The Declaration of London has, most fortunately, never been ratified by the Government of Great Britain.
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