Konrad ADENAUER was a former German Chancellor who served from 1949 to 1963. He was the first Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany and is widely regarded as one of the founding fathers of modern Germany. ADENAUER was a conservative politician who advocated for a strong economy, a strong military, and a strong relationship with the United States. He also supported the European Coal and Steel Community, which eventually became the European Union. ADENAUER's legacy is still felt in Germany today, and he is remembered for his leadership during a difficult period in German history.