In 1974, the president of Romania was Nicolae Ceaușescu. He was elected to the newly created post of president of Romania in 1974. While following an independent policy in foreign relations, Ceaușescu adhered ever more closely to the communist orthodoxy of centralized administration at home.
Ceaușescu was born in Scornicești, Romania, in 1918. He joined the Romanian Communist Party in 1933 and was imprisoned by the Romanian government on several occasions for his political activities. After World War II, Ceaușescu rose through the ranks of the Communist Party and became the leader of Romania in 1965.
As president, Ceaușescu ruled Romania with an iron fist. He suppressed dissent, controlled the media, and restricted freedom of movement. He also implemented a series of economic policies that led to widespread poverty and shortages.
Ceaușescu was overthrown in the Romanian Revolution of 1989. He and his wife, Elena, were executed by firing squad on December 25, 1989.
Here are some of the key events that occurred during Ceaușescu’s presidency in 1974:
- Ceaușescu was elected to the newly created post of president of Romania.
- He made a speech in which he announced a new policy of economic independence for Romania.
- He visited the United States and met with President Richard Nixon.
- He signed a treaty of friendship and cooperation with China.
Ceaușescu’s presidency was a period of great change for Romania. He implemented a number of policies that had a profound impact on the country, both domestically and internationally.