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Channel: GlobalByte Shorts
Date: 2024-02-20

Berlin Wall: From Division to Unity

For nearly 28 years, the Berlin Wall stood as a symbol of Cold War division. Built in 1961 by the GDR, it aimed to stop refugees fleeing to West Berlin. This 155km barrier, more than just concrete, featured guard towers, "death strips," and shoot-to-kill orders, claiming over 140 lives.

In 1989, the Wall's fall, marked by celebratory chipping, became a pivotal moment. It symbolized the Iron Curtain's collapse and German reunification, a powerful message of hope and freedom's triumph.

Today, remnants stand as reminders, while transformed spaces like the East Side Gallery showcase art and a vibrant future. The Berlin Wall's legacy endures, urging us to remember the human cost of division and celebrate the power of unity.


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