Tree

United Nations 40th Anniversary

Erection date: 24/10/1985

Inscription

Presented to the City of Westminster by the United Nations Association, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the United Nations, 24th October 1985

Site: United Nations 40th Anniversary (1 memorial)

SW1, Whitehall Place, Pavement at junction with Whitehall Court

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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United Nations

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