The Opera de Lyon Symphony, conducted by Kent Nagano plays a processional as 100 UN Ambassadors walk past the Charter and proceed to their seats.
The world conditions that caused the United Nations to be formed, the roles of Presidents Roosevelt and Truman and the importance of San Francisco in the formation of the United Nations.
A graphical treatment of the words of the charter with archival footage highlighting UN accomplishments.
The San Francisco Opera Artists and Chorus with soloists from the Opera Center and the Scarborough School Concert Choir from Canada with the Orchestra of the Opera de Lyon conducted by Kent Nagano.
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