The History of the Berlin Wall
The Berlin Wall which was built in 1961 is a real symbol of the Cold War. This 28-mile long wall separates Soviet-controlled East Berlin and West Berlin supported by the Allies. The border is heavily guarded, even around the walls lined with barbed wire and minefields. With the construction of this wall Germany is automatically divided into two. East Germans who used to have jobs in West Germany or vice versa could not work in their previous place. Similarly, families who live on two different sides cannot meet. Around 191 people died trying to cross into West Berlin and around 5,000 were more successful. The existence of the Berlin wall itself lasted for thirty years. Background on the Construction of the Berlin Wall After World War II ended, Germany fell into Allied and Soviet influence. The Allies established their influence in the western part of Germany, while the Soviet in the east. In May 1949, the West German government was formed with the capital in Bonn. Meanwhile on October ...