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Geneva - Palais de Nations - Woodrow Wilson plaque
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Geneva - Palais de Nations - Woodrow Wilson plaque
Geneva, Switzerland - Palais de Nations - plaque commemorating Woodrow Wilson, President of the United States of America, who founded the League of Nations in 1919 following WW1. Date: circa 1920s
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Commemorating Founded Founder Geneva League Nations Palais Plaque Wilson Woodrow 1919
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This photograph captures the historic Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, home to the United Nations Office at Europeans, with a special focus on the Woodrow Wilson plaque located on its exterior. Dating back to the 1920s, this image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the League of Nations, an early precursor to the United Nations, was taking shape. President Woodrow Wilson of the United States of America is commemorated on this plaque for his pivotal role in the League's founding following the devastating First World War. Wilson, an influential American statesman and political scientist, championed the idea of international cooperation and collective security to prevent future conflicts. The League of Nations, established in 1919, was intended to be a platform for diplomacy, disarmament, and the resolution of international disputes. The Palais des Nations, built between 1929 and 1938, was originally designed to serve as the permanent headquarters of the League of Nations. Today, it stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of international cooperation and diplomacy, housing the United Nations Office at Europeans and various international organizations. This photograph is not only a beautiful representation of the architectural grandeur of the Palais des Nations but also a poignant reminder of the historical significance of Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations in shaping the international landscape we know today.
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