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Shaped by a history of waterways and wars

The first international organization dates to an 1804 treaty on the Rhine River. In the 20th century, they proliferated to find solutions and prevent wars.

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By John Heilprin - May 23, 2018
Illuminated flags by the Palais des Nations in Geneva (AN/John Heilprin)
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