UNITED NATIONS SECURITY FORCE IN WEST NEW GUINEA
UNSF (3 October 1962 - 30 April 1963)

UNSF was established in October 1962 to maintain peace and security in the territory under the United Nations Temporary Executive Authority established by agreement between Indonesia and the Netherlands. UNSF monitored the ceasefire and helped ensure law and order during the transition period, pending transfer to Indonesia


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