History of the European Union
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The document provides a brief history of the European Union (EU) from its origins to the present day in the following key events and developments: 1) The EU's background began with efforts over centuries by groups like the Romans and Charlemagne to unify the European continent. This led to the 1951 creation of the European Coal and Steel Community between 6 nations to share the basics of their economies. 2) In 1957, the Treaty of Rome established the European Economic Community and Euratom, creating a customs union and cooperation on nuclear energy among the original 6 members. 3) The EU expanded its membership and cooperation over time, adopting the euro currency and enlarging its borders, but questions remain over its
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History of the European Union
- 6. 1957 : 6 members
- 8. 1973 : To the North
- 9. 1981 : A part of our history joins us
- 11. 1986 : the European Western
- 15. 1995 : A little bit eastern
- 17. 2004 : The biggest enlargement
- 18. 2007 : The end ?