Berlin: 9 November 1989 - A Historic Day Remembered

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Thread starter jtbell
Start date Nov 9, 2009

In summary: The wall did some that...but I think the sharp shooters in the watchtowers did a good deal of the dissuasion, though. The mines didn't hurt either!

Nov 13, 2009

DrClapeyron

DanP said:

Out of curiosity, was symbolism associated with Berlin wall used intensively by USA propaganda during cold war ?

I would think so, but if anyone is kind enough to confirm or deny , please do so

We keep hearing about the damn wall today, so I'd imagine the USA continues to use the wall as a selling point.

<h2>1. What happened on 9 November 1989 in Berlin?</h2><p>On 9 November 1989, the Berlin Wall, which had divided the city of Berlin for 28 years, was opened by the East German government. This event marked the beginning of the end of the Cold War and the reunification of Germany.</p><h2>2. Why is 9 November 1989 considered a historic day?</h2><p>9 November 1989 is considered a historic day because it marked the end of the division between East and West Germany and the fall of the Berlin Wall. This event was a symbol of the end of the Cold War and a significant step towards the reunification of Germany.</p><h2>3. How did the opening of the Berlin Wall affect the world?</h2><p>The opening of the Berlin Wall had a significant impact on the world. It symbolized the end of the Cold War and the beginning of a new era of international relations. It also led to the reunification of Germany and the collapse of the Soviet Union, which had been a dominant world power.</p><h2>4. What were the reactions of the people in Berlin on 9 November 1989?</h2><p>The reactions of the people in Berlin on 9 November 1989 were overwhelmingly positive. Thousands of people gathered at the wall to celebrate and help tear it down. Many people were seen hugging and crying tears of joy as they crossed the border and reunited with friends and family members who had been separated for years.</p><h2>5. How is the anniversary of 9 November 1989 remembered in Germany?</h2><p>The anniversary of 9 November 1989 is remembered in Germany as a national holiday called "Day of German Unity." It is a day to celebrate the reunification of Germany and reflect on the events that led to the fall of the Berlin Wall. Many ceremonies and events are held throughout the country to commemorate this historic day.</p>

1. What happened on 9 November 1989 in Berlin?

On 9 November 1989, the Berlin Wall, which had divided the city of Berlin for 28 years, was opened by the East German government. This event marked the beginning of the end of the Cold War and the reunification of Germany.

2. Why is 9 November 1989 considered a historic day?

9 November 1989 is considered a historic day because it marked the end of the division between East and West Germany and the fall of the Berlin Wall. This event was a symbol of the end of the Cold War and a significant step towards the reunification of Germany.

3. How did the opening of the Berlin Wall affect the world?

The opening of the Berlin Wall had a significant impact on the world. It symbolized the end of the Cold War and the beginning of a new era of international relations. It also led to the reunification of Germany and the collapse of the Soviet Union, which had been a dominant world power.

4. What were the reactions of the people in Berlin on 9 November 1989?

The reactions of the people in Berlin on 9 November 1989 were overwhelmingly positive. Thousands of people gathered at the wall to celebrate and help tear it down. Many people were seen hugging and crying tears of joy as they crossed the border and reunited with friends and family members who had been separated for years.

5. How is the anniversary of 9 November 1989 remembered in Germany?

The anniversary of 9 November 1989 is remembered in Germany as a national holiday called "Day of German Unity." It is a day to celebrate the reunification of Germany and reflect on the events that led to the fall of the Berlin Wall. Many ceremonies and events are held throughout the country to commemorate this historic day.