The United Nations
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This four-part interactive program discusses the beginning and significance of the United Nations in 1946. Historic footage adds impact to the highlights on Eleanor Roosevelt as a delegate to the first meeting; Ralph Bunche, the first African American Nobel Prize winner; and Adlai Stevenson and his two unsuccessful bids for the presidency. Viewers are encouraged to take the pretests before each part and check their answers.
Media Details
Runtime: 25 minutes
- Topic: History
- Subtopic: Nobel Peace Prize, U.S. History - 1946-1999, World History - 1900-1945
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 1996
- Producer/Distributor: AIMS Multimedia
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