Honour Our Heroes

Honour Our Heroes
Wednesday, 18 May 2016 15:22
19.05.2016 – Accompanied by his family, Senegal's Captain Mbaye Diagne – who saved
lives during the Rwanda genocide – is today present at the celebration of the Internation
al Day of United Nations Peacekeepers
at UN Headquarters in New York. The event sees the launch of a new medal in his name,
which recognises peacekeepers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to do
the right thing.
The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers was established to honour the memory
of the UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives in the cause of peace, and pay tribute to all
the men and women who have served and continue to serve in UN peacekeeping operations for
their high level of professionalism, dedication and courage.
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Honour Our Heroes
Wednesday, 18 May 2016 15:22
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