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Preamble
    (List of Contracting Parties)

    Animated by the desire to settle in an equitable manner the differences which sometimes arise in the course of a naval war in connection with the decisions of national prize courts;
    Considering that, if these courts are to continue to exercise their functions in the manner determined by national legislation, it is desirable that in certain cases an appeal should be provided under conditions conciliating, as far as possible, the public and private interests involved in matters of prize;
    Whereas, moreover, the institution of an International Court, whose jurisdiction and procedure would be carefully defined, has seemed to be the best method of attaining this object;
    Convinced, finally, that in this manner the hardships consequent on naval war would be mitigated; that, in particular, good relations will be more easily maintained between belligerents and neutrals and peace better assured;
    Desirous of concluding a Convention to this effect, have appointed the following as their Plenipotentiaries:

    (Here follow the names of Plenipotentiaries)

    Who, after depositing their full powers, found in good and due form, have agreed upon the following provisions:


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