<P> The diplomatic philosophy behind the League represented a fundamental shift from the preceding hundred years . The League lacked its own armed force and depended on the victorious Great Powers of World War I ( France , the UK , Italy and Japan were the permanent members of the executive Council ) to enforce its resolutions , keep to its economic sanctions , or provide an army when needed . The Great Powers were often reluctant to do so . Sanctions could hurt League members , so they were reluctant to comply with them . During the Second Italo - Abyssinian War , when the League accused Italian soldiers of targeting Red Cross medical tents , Benito Mussolini responded that `` the League is very well when sparrows shout , but no good at all when eagles fall out . '' </P>
<P> The diplomatic philosophy behind the League represented a fundamental shift from the preceding hundred years . The League lacked its own armed force and depended on the victorious Great Powers of World War I ( France , the UK , Italy and Japan were the permanent members of the executive Council ) to enforce its resolutions , keep to its economic sanctions , or provide an army when needed . The Great Powers were often reluctant to do so . Sanctions could hurt League members , so they were reluctant to comply with them . During the Second Italo - Abyssinian War , when the League accused Italian soldiers of targeting Red Cross medical tents , Benito Mussolini responded that `` the League is very well when sparrows shout , but no good at all when eagles fall out . '' </P>
when did britain leave the league of nations
when did britain leave the league of nations
permanent members
permanent members