Key Figures

In 1945 in San Francisco 50 country representatives got together to make the United Nations come into existence. June 1945 is when representatives of the 50 countries signed for the United Nations creations. The United Nations officially became the UN on October 24, 1945. Each year on October 24 United Nations day is celebrated. Below is a list of others who were involved:

• • Secretary-General

  • Deputy Secretary-General

  • General Assembly President

  • Economic and Social Council President

  • Security Council President