The Berlin WallThe Berlin Wall

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The Communists in East Berlin were making

it increasingly difficult for transportation

between East Berlin and West Berlin.

At the end of World War II, Berlin, was

divided into four quarters, each controlled

by the Allies and the Soviet Union.

Condition in East Berlin during the 50s Condition in East Berlin during the 50s

They feared that too many skilled

workmen were moving to parts of West

Germany.

The purpose was to cut off West Berlin from the rest of East Berlin.

Many people in East Berlin saw that life in West Berlin was much better and that people in West Berlin had much more freedom.

From 1949 to 1961, as many as 2.6 million people escaped to West Berlin.

To prevent more people from fleeing Communist control into West Germany, East Germany build the Berlin Wall, completely encircling West Berlin.

Purpose of the WallPurpose of the Wall

Many people in East Germany tried to escape

into West Germany. However, there were

guards at the Wall at all times. Thousands of people were arrested or even shot

down for attempting to cross the Wall

In September 1989, a string of protest

demonstrations broke out all over East Germany.

This was the start of what the East Germans call the

“Peaceful Revolution”.

The Fall of the Berlin WallThe Fall of the Berlin Wall

By November, 1989, protests had increased

significantly.

Soon enough, the East Germans were forced to open a number of

new border crossings. From then on, Germans were allowed to cross from the East to the West without a visa.

On June 13th, 1990, the East Germans officially started

dismantling the Wall. The Fall of the Berlin Wall was the first step to the reunification of Germany. The dismantling continued until

November 1991. Only a few sections and towers were left

standing as memorials.

What Impact Did the Fall of the Berlin Wall Have?

When the Berlin Wall fell, it lead to the end of the

Cold War.

The Fall of the Berlin Wall also symbolized

the end and dismantling of the Communist Block in

Eastern Europe, namely Germany.

The Communists ceased to be such an influential party in

Germany after reunification.

What Impact Did the Fall of the Berlin Wall Have?

The union of east and west lead to increase in population and a bigger market, which was an opportunity for other

countries.

Huge increase in foreign direct investment and cross border trade of goods, services and

labor.

Lead to the enhancement of Europe’s position in the

International affairs.

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