Asylum landmarks in Europe
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June 1921
The League of Nations, forerunner of the United Nations, establishes the High Commission for Refugees which is mandated principally to help 800,000 Russian refugees.
February 1946
In the wake of World War II, the UN General Assembly establishes the International Refugee Organisation. Between 1947 and 1951 it helps 1,620,000 people, mainly in Germany and Austria.
January 1951
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees replaces the IRO and begins work. In July the Convention ...
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