POLI 66 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Robert Schuman, Monnet Plan, Schuman Declaration
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After wwii, he recognized france was in need of restoration. Monnet plan weakened german production of coal and steel by giving certain regions to france. In 1950, he and robert schuman announced the plan for coal and steel. Known as being the father of europe because he laid the groundwork for the eu. European states need to set aside egocentric interests and put the future of europe ahead. Faced a lot of hardships during his political career, but still had a sense of humor. Joined the military, went to british royal military college but left to become writer/politician. Began as a member of parliament, first lord of admiralty during wwi, became prime minister during. Lot of influence in starting the discussions about starting the eu. His speeches led to the foundation of the council of europe. Churchill thought britain was too good for the eu, they were powerful enough.
