UN Audio Library

Actor Martin Gable describes the last days of World War II, the war's cruelties and its consequences, with particular emphasis on the ascendancy of the Soviet Union.

In his address to the General Assembly, the Head of the USSR Delegation denounces actions carried out by colonialists and compliments freedom fighters in Cuba, Congo and other countries.

Actor Joseph Cotten evokes the major changes brought by the 19th century industrial revolution, in this programme celebrating the International Labor Organization (ILO) 40th birthday.

"If there wasn't a United Nations, we would certainly have to invent one", says United States President John F. Kennedy in this speech to the American staff of the Organization.