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The Schuman Plan in 1950 marked the beginning of European cooperation, laying the foundations for the EU as we know it today. Europe’s many milestones, such as the establishment of the European Economic Community, its expansion, and the adoption of the euro are the focus of the Historical Archives of the European Union which bears witness to Europe’s integration and construction and the institutions and pioneers behind them. George Khelashvili/Shutterstock

From Schuman's post‑war declaration to the EU today, the Historical Archives unpack how Europe came together

The construction of Europe after WWII sought to promote political and economic cooperation among European nations. The Historical Archives of the European Union in Florence are a testimony to this.
A worker answers a telephone in the office of pro-Brexit group Leave.EU in London, February 2016. REUTERS/Neil Hall

Brexit rooted more in elite politics than mass resentment

The history of Britain’s vote to exit from the European Union, known as Brexit, is not a tale of populist resentment toward globalization. It is a top-down story of leaders and elite ideology.
Dominic Raab, secretary of state for existing the European Union and star of Deal or No Deal. PA/Peter Nicholls

No‑deal Brexit: experts on what the UK government’s advice means

From trade to medicines, the UK government’s ‘just in case’ planning is revealing.
The U.S. and EU are stronger together. Darko Vojinovic/AP Photo

America can’t be first without Europe

The Treaty of Rome, which eventually led to the European Union, is turning 60 at a time when many inside and outside Europe are questioning the union’s value. For the U.S., much is at stake.

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