The Acquisition of Territory in International Law

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New Introduction by Marcelo G. KohenI. Territorial Change The Nature of Territorial Sovereignty The Meaning of Title The Procedures of Territorial Change Boundary Disputes ConclusionsII. The Modes of Acquisition Cession Occupation and Prescription Historical Consolidation of Title Intertemporal Law The Critical Date ConclusionsIII. Recognition, Acquiescence and Estoppel Estoppel Estoppel and Recognition Estoppel and Acquiescence The Temple CaseIV. Title and Unlawful Force Forcible Self-help Conclusions V. Legal Claims and Political Claims Political Claim or Legal Title? Geographical Considerations Historical Continuity Self-determination Procedures for Political Decisions Respecting TerritoryAppendix Index