The League of Nations was formed after World War I. This group tried to get nations to talk about problems before wars started. The League did not work because it had no power. The League ended because after the group realized they could not do anything to stop Italy's attack on Ethiopia.
In October 1943, President Roosevelt called government leaders from the United States, China, England, and Russia. They spoke of starting a new organization after the war ended.
Churchill, Roosevelt, and Stalin
On April 25, 1945 leaders from fifty nations met in San Francisco, California. The organization was called the United Nations. The group wrote a constitution. The United Nations Charter was signed by President Truman and representatives from 49 nations on June 26, 1945.
The group studied problems and suggested ways to solve them. When a group majority agree, a resolution is passed. They hope the countries with the problems will listen to and act on the plan.
General Assembly
World Parliament - Each county is allowed 1 seat and 1 vote. |
Security Council
responsibility is keeping peace 15 members 5 permanent members include: |
Secretariat
Administrative Body Headed by Secretary-General who handles day-to-day work |
International Court of Justice
helps decide legal problems between nations
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Economic and Social Council | Trusteeship Council |