Maurice Schumann

French Minister of Foreign Affairs

Maurice Schumann - French Minister of Foreign Affairs
Born

April 10th, 1911
113 years ago

Died

February 9th, 1998
27 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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A prominent journalist and politician in France, served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Played a significant role in post-World War II politics and was involved in the founding of the European Economic Community. Contributed to numerous national and international debates and policies during a transformative era in French history.

Served as Minister of Foreign Affairs

Contributed to French post-war foreign policy

Played a key role in European integration efforts

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