01 - 01 The history of the EU - Introduction

Dive into the history of the European Union in our first podcast episode. Explore the inception of the EU following the devastation of the Second World War, when European nations sought to forge lasting peace through economic and political cooperation. Learn about the pioneering creation of the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC), which laid the groundwork for modern European integration. This episode provides a detailed look at how trade and cooperative agreements helped shape a united Europe, offering insights into the motivations and strategies of the founding countries.