Who were accused in the Nuremberg trials?

The Nuremberg Trials, held after World War II, primarily accused leading Nazi officials for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and crimes against peace. Prominent figures included Hermann Göring, Rudolf Hess, Joachim von Ribbentrop, and Wilhelm Keitel. The trials aimed to bring accountability for the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and the war, setting a precedent for international law and justice. Ultimately, 24 defendants were tried, with varying outcomes of convictions, acquittals, and sentences.