The flaws in the League of Nation's powers and the lack of support from significant countries led to its inevitable demise. Consequently, the United Nations sought to correct its mistakes in order to become a more effective peacekeeping force. By allowing the use of sanctions, ensuring the provision of military power, and maintaining sufficient moral authority, the United Nations has been able to create a prosperous world environment with the numerous resolutions that it has passed.
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The League of Nations 1940 Delegation. By 1940, the League of Nations' power was at an all-time low. The entire organization fell apart soon after the start of the Second World War, paving the road for the United Nations.
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A meeting of the League of Nations during its later years. Although the League of Nations was somewhat successful, its lack of total authority prevented it from taking action on a variety of subjects.
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This concept map shows the simplified divisions of the League of Nations.
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This world map depicts the member states of the League of Nations in 1920. Most notably, the United States declined membership, contributing to the organization's eventual deterioration.
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