Pictured is the original manuscript of the United Nations Charter preamble, complete with handwritten notes. Born out of the ashes of the Second World War, the creation of the UN was the result of a global commitment to “save succeeding generations from the scourge of war.” The founding of the UN also signaled a commitment to an entirely new level of international cooperation, aimed at creating a world of peace, prosperity and human rights. Speaking to the Security Council last month, UN Secretary-General antonioguterres reflected on the founding of the Organisation. “Eight decades later, one can draw a direct line between the creation of the United Nations and the prevention of a third world war.” “Eight decades later, the United Nations remains the essential, one-of-a-kind meeting ground to advance peace, sustainable development and human rights.” #UN80