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On the recordOctober 23, 1949
The United Nations is essentially an expression of the moral nature of man's aspirations.
Said by
Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

Editor's note · Context

Address in New York City at the Cornerstone Laying of the United Nations Building.

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