TED-ED: The rise and fall of the Berlin Wall - Konrad H. Jarausch

The Berlin Wall was constructed by East Germany to prevent its citizens from fleeing to the West. It symbolized the Cold War division between East and West. The wall's construction began in 1961, and it was fortified over the years. Despite the risks, many attempted to escape. The wall fell in 1989, leading to German reunification and the eventual collapse of the Soviet Union.

What event marked the beginning of the Berlin Wall?

How did the division of Germany come about after World War II?

What were the living conditions like in East Germany compared to West Germany?

What measures did East Germany take to prevent its citizens from leaving?

What was the significance of the Berlin Wall in the context of the Cold War?

Describe the events that led to the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.

How did the reunification of Germany occur, and what were its implications?