1953 Press Photo Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit of India, President of United Nations

This is an original press photo. Mrs. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit (India) of India, holds unique gavel which she will use to call to order meetings of the United Nations general assembly. She was elected president of the assembly yesterday and received the gavel from outgoing president Lester B. Pearson, of Canada. Mrs. Pandit is the first woman to rule over the general assembly. United Nations, New YorkPhoto measures 8 x 10.25inches. Photo is dated 09-16-1953.

Part Number: pix20290

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