Speech in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, 13 November 1973

Schwarz-Weiß-Aufnahme Willy Brandts 1973, der seitlich vor einem Rednerpult steht. Im Hintergrund sind Abgeordnete des Europäischen Parlamentes zu sehen, die an ihren Plätzen sitzen. — © Bundesregierung/o.A.

As the first federal chancellor to do so, on 13 November 1973 Willy Brandt speaks to the European Parliament in Strasbourg. In his keynote address he depicts his vision of a united Europe. The German chancellor advocates the creation of a Political Union, supports the plan for a European currency union and suggests a common social policy for the European Community.
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