René Pleven

Politician and Prime Minister of France

René Pleven - Politician and Prime Minister of France
Born

April 15th, 1901
124 years ago

Died

1993
32 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Served as Prime Minister of France from 1950 to 1951. Played a significant role in post-World War II governance and economic reconstruction in France. Contributed to the creation of the European Defense Community, aiming to strengthen Western European defense postures. Held various ministerial roles including Minister of National Defense and Minister of Finance during a critical period of post-war recovery.

Served as Prime Minister of France

Promoted the European Defense Community

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