By Sushant Agarwal
Published on | Feb 28, 2025
The Berlin Wall, built in 1961, arose as a stark emblem of Cold War tensions dividing East and West.
Berlin's division: East aligned with socialism, West embraced democracy, reflecting global ideological splits.
Families, friends split overnight; lives in East and West Berlin took vastly different paths under strict regimes.
Checkpoints like Checkpoint Charlie epitomised tense stand-offs; daring escapes marked defiance.
1980s saw change; reforms in the Soviet bloc, public unrest threatened the oppressive status quo.
November 9, 1989: The Berlin Wall's fall became a worldwide symbol of freedom and unity.
Post-1989, rebuilding and healing processes paved the way for Germany’s unification in 1990.
A preserved piece of history, the Wall serves as a reminder of a divided past and hope for the future.