Emphasis Preaching Journal

After World War I, 900 German soldiers who had violated international law were summoned to appear before the World Court. Their condemnation was sure. In a dramatic move, however, the former crown prince of Germany volunteered to be their substitute. His offer included taking upon himself both the accusation against them and their penalty. This act, though most noble, was impractical. Although he was royalty, he did not have in his own person the value of the 900.