Julius Raab

ModernPoliticianAustria1891 — 1964

Austrian chancellor during the economic miracle.

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Quick Facts

Born

1891

Died

1964

Country

Austria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)50

Leadership (15%)78

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score58.4

Julius Raab — Complete Timeline

1945 AD

Founding of the Austrian People's Party (ÖVP)Political Action

Julius Raab was a founding member of the Austrian People's Party (

ÖVPPolitical PartyConservatism

Impact: nationalconstructive

1955 AD

Austrian Economic Miracle (Wirtschaftswunder)Reform◆ Major

Under Raab's chancellorship (1953-1961), Austria experienced rapid economic growth, low unemployment, and rising living standards. His government pursued free-market policies, social partnership, and integration into the European economy, leading to the 'Austrian Economic Miracle'.

Economic GrowthWirtschaftswunderSocial Partnership

Impact: nationalconstructive

Signing of the Austrian State TreatyPolitical Action

Julius Raab, as Federal Chancellor, signed the Austrian State Treaty alongside Leopold Figl. The treaty ended Allied occupation and restored Austrian sovereignty, with Raab playing a key role in the negotiations that secured the agreement.

State TreatySovereigntyNeutrality

Impact: nationalconstructive

1960 AD

Membership in the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)Political Action

Raab's government led Austria into the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) in 1960, as an alternative to joining the European Economic Community (EEC). This maintained Austria's economic ties with Western Europe while respecting its neutrality.

EFTAEuropean IntegrationNeutrality

Impact: nationalconstructive