United Nations - International Committee of the Red Cross
Time: Tuesday Feb 17, 1863
Place: Geneva, Switzerland
Details: In the century prior to the UN's creation, several international treaty organizations such as the International Committee of the Red Cross were formed to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife.
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