All About the Berlin Wall: A History of Division, Resistance, and Reunification in Germany

For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall stood as one of the most visible symbols of the Cold War, dividing a city and a country into two opposing worlds. For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall stood as one of the most visible symbols of the Cold War, dividing a city and a country into two opposing worlds. This book traces the origins of that division, from the political tensions following the Second World War to the construction of the Wall in 1961 and its eventual fall in 1989. You will learn how everyday life was shaped on both sides of the border, how people attempted to escape, and how resistance movements and diplomatic shifts gradually paved the way for reunification. The book also examines the lasting effects of division on German society and identity. This book was generated with the aid of artificial intelligence, offering you a clear and accessible introduction to one of the defining chapters of modern European history.

Pagina's: 110, Editie: Eerste editie, Paperback, Waries B.V.