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Robert Schuman
French statesman, founding father of the European Union
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Robert Schuman, a French statesman, played a crucial role in the formation of the EU. After WWII, he proposed the idea that close economic ties between nations could deter conflict, an idea central to liberalism. This concept is called the Schuman Plan, which led to the formation of the European Coal and Steel Community. This marked the first step towards closer cooperation among European states, aiming to prevent further wars in the future. His commitment has left a lasting impact on the process of European integration.
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