Join Ewaoluwa Adekanye on "Global Affairs Talk" as we explore the Caroline Affair, a dramatic 1837 incident that reshaped the principles of self-defence in international law. Discover how the destruction of the American steamboat Caroline by British forces led to the establishment of the necessity and proportionality criteria, foundational to modern international legal norms. This episode delves into the historical context, diplomatic fallout, and lasting impact of the Caroline Affair on contemporary international relations and legal defence principles.