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United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration

The United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Administration (UNRRA), established in 1943 during World War II, was an international organization created to provide humanitarian aid to countries suffering from war damage and displacement. Its mission included delivering food, clothing, medical care, and rebuilding infrastructure to help war-affected populations recover and stabilize. UNRRA worked with various nations and organizations to support refugees, displaced persons, and devastated communities, laying groundwork for post-war recovery efforts. It operated until 1947, playing a key role in addressing humanitarian needs during a critical period before the United Nations was fully established.