Making HistoryThe Hand of Justice

02/04/2022

A powerful symbol of justice meted out by the royal hand, the hand of justice played a prominent place in the coronation rituals of the Kings of France. The symbol first emerged in the 13th century to represent how kings of France delegated the management of the justice system to the courts.

Director

Philippe Béziat

Country

France

Year

2020

Duration

17 min

Available

From 13/04/2022 to 03/01/2026

Genre

Documentaries and Reportage

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