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Clapp had a significant role in post-War library acquisitions and what other task?

  • Creation of the United Nations Library

  • Building of new libraries

  • Implementing new library policies

  • Transforming library digital systems

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After World War II, Clapp had a significant role in the post-War library acquisitions and the creation of the United Nations Library. He was appointed the first director of the UN Library in 1946, and he served in that role until 1963. During his tenure, he oversaw the construction of the UN Library's new building in New York City, and he also helped to establish the UN's library network.
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