Covenant of the League of Nations
/ˈkʌvənənt əv ði liːɡ əv ˈneɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) A foundational international agreement established in 1919 to create the League of Nations, aimed at maintaining world peace and international cooperation following World War I.
The Covenant of the League of Nations was a pioneering document in the development of collective security principles.
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- covenant of the league of nations
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Commentary
Often cited as a precursor to modern international organizations, this covenant is notable for introducing mechanisms of collective security and dispute resolution, though its enforcement powers were limited.
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