During its first year in the United States the United Nations has made a good beginning upon the great and difficult task of building a peaceful world.
Harry Truman: “During its first year in the United States the United Nations has made a good beginning upon the great and difficult…”
On the recordMarch 24, 1947
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presidency.ucsb.eduEditor's note · Context
Message to Secretary General Trygve Lie on the Anniversary of the United Nations First Meeting in the United States.
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