Founded in 1949 with a commitment to collective defence and peace, NATO's recent expansion represents a strategic shift, reinforcing unity against external threats, particularly from Russia.
75 years on, has NATO gained more relevance?
Dean Acheson, United States Secretary of State, puts his name to the North Atlantic Treaty at the ceremony in the auditorium of the State Department in Washington D.C, at which the Foreign Ministers of 12 nations signed the pact. Watching him are President Harry S Truman (second from left), and Vice-President Alben Barkley (left). In the background can be seen Foreign Secretary Ernest Bevin. (Photo by PA Images via Getty Images) Credit: PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images
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As NATO marks its 75th anniversary this week (Apr 4), it has evolved from a Cold War bulwark to a dynamic force welcoming new members Finland and Sweden in response to Russia's aggression.
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