Happy Birthday, United Nations!

October 24 marks the birthday of the United Nations. On 24 October 1945, the United Nations was formally established after a majority of its founding members ratified a treaty setting up the world body. In 1971, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution recommending that the day be observed by Member States. Traditionally, it has been marked throughout the world by meetings, discussions and exhibits on the goals and achievements of the organization.