The historical significance of the Nuremberg Trials lies in their establishment of a precedent for accountability in international law. Held after World War II, these trials prosecuted prominent Nazi leaders for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide. They marked the first time individuals were held accountable on an international stage for atrocities committed in conflict. The Nuremberg Trials contributed to the development of principles regarding human rights and the prosecution of war crimes, influencing contemporary international law and the establishment of tribunals for future conflicts.