In 1957, Indian nationalist V. K. Krishna Menon delivers the UN's longest-ever address defending India's position on Kashmir - 8 hours over two days.
Menon established the record for the longest speech before the United Nations Security Council (8 hours) in 1957, supporting India's claims to the disputed territory of Kashmir, garnering him great acclaim and the moniker "Hero of Kashmir."
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