jan 1, 1956 - First full-fledged peacekeeping force deployed (1956
Description:
Though the U.N. Charter does not specifically mention the use of international armed forces, under the control of the Security Council, to mediate between warring parties, this type of peacekeeping has been an important part of the U.N. mission since 1956.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1956
Now
~ 69 years ago