Federal Ministry of Matters of the Marshall Plan facts for kids
The Federal Ministry of Marshall Plan Affairs was a special government office in West Germany. It was created in 1949. Its main job was to help rebuild the country after World War II.
This ministry used money and help from the United States. This aid was part of a big plan called the European Recovery Program, also known as the Marshall Plan. The Marshall Plan helped many European countries recover from the war. FDP/FVP
| Name (Born-Died) |
Portrait | Party | Term of Office | Chancellor (Cabinet) |
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| Franz Blücher (1896–1959) Vice-Chancellor |
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FDP (until 1956) FVP (from 1956) |
Federal Minister for Matters of the Marshall Plan | |||
| 20 September 1949 | 20 October 1953 | Adenauer (I) |
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| Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation | ||||||
| 20 October 1953 | 29 October 1957 | Adenauer (II) |
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What Was the Marshall Plan?
The Marshall Plan was a huge program started by the United States. It provided financial aid and supplies to help European countries. This was after World War II had caused a lot of damage. The goal was to help these countries rebuild their economies. It also aimed to prevent poverty and political instability.
How the Ministry Changed Over Time
The ministry's name and role changed a few times.
- In 1953, it was renamed the Ministry for Economic Cooperation. This new name showed its broader focus on economic development.
- Later, in 1957, it changed again. It became the Minister for Federal Patrimony. This ministry continued until 1969.
Who Was the Minister?
The first and only person to lead this ministry was Franz Blücher. He was a member of the FDP. Later, he joined the FVP. Franz Blücher also held another important job. He was the Vice Chancellor of Germany. This meant he was the second-in-command to the Chancellor.
