First Secretary General of the United Nations. TLS signed “Trygve Lie,” one page, 8.5 x 11, United Nations letterhead, October 17, 1951. Letter to Cordell Hull. In part, “In these troubled times…which prevent a full realization of a peaceful world…the peoples of all the countries look to the United Nations…for avoiding war.” Scattered light creasing, small tear to right edge and a small ink notation, otherwise fine condition.R&R COA.