The modern European project is often described as a "peace project" born from the ruins of World War II.
Putting together the pieces of Europe's cultural heritage puzzle europe
: This was the "founding act" of the European Union. Robert Schuman proposed pooling coal and steel production to make war between European nations "materially impossible". The modern European project is often described as
: A circle of 12 gold stars on a blue background, representing unity, harmony, and simplicity. europe
: The EU now comprises 27 countries . There is ongoing work to integrate further pieces, such as candidate states like Ukraine . Cultural & Symbolic Pieces
: Ongoing projects like IPERION CH work to manage and interpret the continent's unique cultural assets.