(the) English-Speaking Union

(the) English-Speaking Union
the English-Speaking Union [the English-Speaking Union] (abbr the ESU)
an independent organization started in 1918. At first its aim was to help the peoples of Britain and the US to become closer, but it was soon decided to include people of other countries where English is spoken. The English-Speaking Union organizes social events, ↑lectures, etc, and helps young people to travel and study.

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