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1989: Fall of the Berlin Wall
The Berlin Wall, a symbol of the division between East and West Germany, fell after mass independence movements and the easing of travel restrictions. This event marked the beginning of the end of the Cold War and paved the way for the reunification of Germany as a sovereign nation-state. -
1990: Treaty on the Final Settlement with Respect to Germany
The Treaty on the Final Settlement with Respect to Germany, also known as the Two Plus Four Agreement, was signed by the two German states and the four Allied Powers (United States, Soviet Union, United Kingdom, and France). The treaty formally ended the post-World War II occupation of Germany and paved the way for full German sovereignty. The agreement emphasized Germany's status as a unified nation-state. -
1990: Reunification of Germany
East Germany officially reunified with West Germany, leading to the formation of a single, democratic Germany. The reunification was a significant step toward the democratization of the nation, as it brought an end to the division imposed by the Cold War and allowed for the establishment of a united and sovereign nation-state. -
1990: First All-German Elections Since 1933
The first all-German elections since 1933 were held, further establishing the democratic foundations of the newly reunified Germany. These elections marked a crucial moment in the nation's history, reflecting the commitment to democratic governance and the exercise of self-determination by the German people.