About Hammarskjöld

Dag Hammarskjöld was the second Secretary-General of the United Nations, serving with courage and integrity from 1953 until his tragic death in 1961.

Dag Hammarskjöld’s life and legacy
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Blog posts about Hammarskjöld

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Dag Hammarskjöld’s 1961 Oxford lecture: Three untold stories
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Backåkra: A testament to Hammarskjöld’s love of nature and work for peace
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Hammarskjöld’s personal push for peace

The longest journey is the journey inward.

Dag Hammarskjöld (from his book "Markings")

Never look down to test the ground before taking your next step; only he who keeps his eye fixed on the far horizon will find the right road.

Dag Hammarskjöld (from his book "Markings")

Never measure the height of a mountain until you have reached the top. Then you will see how low it was.

Dag Hammarskjöld (from his book "Markings")

Never for the sake of peace and quiet deny your convictions.

Dag Hammarskjöld (from his book "Markings")

Only he deserves power that everyday justifies it.

Dag Hammarskjöld (from his book "Markings")

The concept of loyalty is distorted when it is understood to mean blind acceptance. It is correctly interpreted when it is assumed to cover honest criticism.

Dag Hammarskjöld