Maurice Schumann
French Minister of Foreign Affairs
Born
April 10th, 1911
114 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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