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Division of Berlin
This is important because Berlin became four sectors. Berlin is politically separated as well. -
Instigation of Soviet Military
This is important because the line between East Germany and West Germany was guarded and watched over. -
Interzonenpass
This is important because you had to have an Interzonenpass to pass between the Berlin sectors. There was no freedom to travel wherever you desired. -
Currency Reform
This is important because Berlin started to become even more separated by splitting into two different currency zones. -
Berlin Blockade
This is important because Berlin was blocked off. This is a sign of troubled times and war. -
Berlin Airlift
This is important because Berlin was able to receive much needed supplies and goods. -
End of Blockade
This is important because there is a bit of union and settlement between Berlin. -
Founding of Federal Republic of Germany
This is important because West Germany is now part of one single government. -
End of Berlin Airlift
This is important because it shows that Berlin was able to receive enough supplies to survive and be substantial. -
Founding of German Democratic Republic
This is important because East Germany has adopted a democratic government. -
Border Closed
This is important because it shows continual segregation. East Germany's and West Germany's border is closed, and so is the border between East Germany and West Berlin. -
Leaving is Forbidden
This is important because the government of East Germany didn't want their residents to leave so badly that they made it against the law and held people there against their will. -
Berlin Sectorial Border Closed
This is important because barriers were built, making the separation a little bit more serious. -
Brandenburg Gate Closed
This is important because is shows that the peace between the two was broken, since the purpose of the gate was to represent and symbolize peace. -
Crossing Points Closed
This is important because West Berlin citizens were also not allowed to leave. There was so much tension between Berlin that they didn't allow their citizens to "side"/cross over to East Berlin. -
President J. F. Kennedy visits Berlin
This is important because the President makes a statement saying that he is "a Berliner." This reveals his feelings about the separation of Berlin. -
Four Power's Agreement
This is important because Berlin is now able to visit West Berlin. It is a mutual agreement between Berlin and West Berlin. -
President Ronald Reagan Visits
This is important because President Reagan expressed his feelings of tearing down the Berlin Wall. -
Berlin Wall Opened
This is important because it shows the reunion of the sectors of Berlin. -
Brandenburg Gate Opened
This is important because it symbolizes that the peace is restored. -
Germany Reunited
This is important because it shows the closing of the separation of Germany. They were finally able to agree and work together.