Stories from the UN Archive: Gladwyn Jebb – The first leader of the UN

Preparatory Commission of the United Nations · January 15, 2026

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Opening appeal for cooperation

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Speaker 1, a delegate to the Preparatory Commission of the United Nations, opened by urging collective action: "If civilization is to survive, we must find the means of working together towards common ends." The remark frames the session's emphasis on international cooperation.

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The Preparatory Commission of the United Nations opened its proceedings. Delegates emphasized international cooperation and introduced agenda item 74: the appointment of the Secretary‑General of the United Nations.

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