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What Is the
United Nations? Lesson
1
The twentieth century has
witnessed two major wars,
known as the First World War
and the Second World War
which took place between
the years 1914 and 1945.
Winston Churchill Franklin D.Roosevelt
Prime Minister of the UK President of the USA
They were called world wars
because the battles took place
in more than one country and
many countries took sides and
became involved.
Adolf Hitler Hirohito
German Leader Japanese Emperor
As the Second World War ended, a worldwide organization known as the
United Nations was established on October 24, 1945 by 51 countries
committed to maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly
relations among nations and promoting social progress, better living standards
and human rights.
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