Paul-Henri Spaak

ModernPoliticianBelgium1899 — 1972

Belgian statesman who helped found the UN and EU.

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Quick Facts

Born

1899

Died

1972

Country

Belgium

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)70

Influence (20%)72

Legacy (20%)55

Leadership (15%)78

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score63.1

Paul-Henri Spaak — Complete Timeline

1946 AD

President of the United Nations General AssemblyPolitical Action◆ Major

Paul-Henri Spaak served as the first President of the United Nations General Assembly. He helped establish the procedural framework for the new international organization, contributing to its early functioning.

United NationsInternational Organization

Impact: globalconstructive

1947 AD

Prime Minister of Belgium (first term)Political Action◆ Major

Paul-Henri Spaak became Prime Minister of Belgium for the first time, leading a coalition government. His tenure focused on post-war reconstruction and social reforms, including the expansion of social security.

Prime MinisterPost-War Reconstruction

Impact: nationalconstructive

1957 AD

Signing of the Treaty of RomePolitical Action

As Belgian Foreign Minister, Paul-Henri Spaak signed the Treaty of Rome, establishing the European Economic Community (EEC). He had chaired the preparatory committee (Spaak Committee) that drafted the treaty, making him a key architect of European integration.

European UnionTreaty of RomeIntegration

Impact: globalconstructive

Secretary General of NATOPolitical Action◆ Major

Paul-Henri Spaak served as the second Secretary General of NATO. He worked to strengthen the alliance during the Cold War, focusing on political consultation and military coordination among member states.

NATOCold WarInternational Security

Impact: globalconstructive