BASIC FACTS ABOUT THE UNITED NATIONS Booklet Measures 5.5" x 8.5", 42 pages, Published by The United Nations Office of Public Relations, Seventeenth Edition, May 1962 This comprehensive handbook designed for the general public explains the structure of the United Nations, how the Organization works, the main issues it addresses and its importance for people everywhere. In addition to setting out the various roles played by principle UN organs and related organizations, Basic Facts about the United Nations documents the Organization?s contributions to international peace and security, economic and social development, human rights, humanitarian action, international law and decolonization. Appendices contain current data on UN membership and peacekeeping operations, as well as contact information for UN information centres, services and offices. UNITED NATIONS VISITOR'S GUIDE Brochure Two-sided eight (8) panel foldout brochure with photos, diagram, and information about the United Nations, OPI/54-11651-June 1962-500M The booklet and brochure are complete and in FINE or better condition with some overall light wear