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7 and 5 Facts about the UN on its 75th Anniversary

  • Oct 23, 2020
  • History
  • 5 minutes read
Following the devastation of the Second World War, a new era of global cooperation was born. On October 24, 1945, representatives from 51 countries (including Canada) signed an international pledge to work together to resolve conflicts, promote development, champion human rights and maintain peace. The United Nations (UN) was officially established. Guided by the purposes and principles in the founding Charter, the UN has achieved great things since its inception 75 years ago. As Canadians, we should be very proud that we were a Founding Member, and that we continue to play a vital role in world peace.
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Following the devastation of the Second World War, a new era of global cooperation was born. On October 24, 1945, representatives from 51 countries (including Canada) signed an international pledge to work together to resolve conflicts, promote development, champion human rights and maintain peace. The United Nations (UN) was officially established. Guided by the purposes and principles in the founding Charter, the UN has achieved great things since its inception 75 years ago. As Canadians, we should be very proud that we were a Founding Member, and that we continue to play a vital role in world peace.
Canadian Delegation, United Nations Conference on International Organization Canadian Delegation, United Nations Conference on International Organization
Canada’s first-ever coloured $1 circulation coin and 2020 75th Anniversary of the Signing Of The United Nations Charter Collector Keepsake Card Canada’s first-ever coloured $1 circulation coin and 2020 75th Anniversary of the Signing Of The United Nations Charter Collector Keepsake Card