United Nations Photo
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UN Photo/Teddy Chen
Tribute to Raplh Bunche at United Nations Headquarters
A tribute to Dr. Ralph Bunche, former Under-Secretary-General for Special Political Affairs at the United Nations, was held in front of the Chagall stained-glass window in the Secretariat building. The day had been designated as Ralph J. Bunche Day by Governor Rockefeller in a proclamation read by Jackie Robinson, co-chairman with Sidney Poitier for the event. Dr. Timothy W. Costello, former Deputy Mayor, presented a bronze medal, the City of New York's highest award, to Dr. Bunche's widow. Dr. Bunche's daughter Joan also attended the ceremony.
Shown here is a general view of the ceremony.
Shown here is a general view of the ceremony.
27 February 1972
United Nations, New York
Photo # 102376
