the falling of the berlin wall, 1989
Notes
- Erich Honecker, East German leader ran one of the most repressive Soviet Satellite gov't
- In fall of 1989 thousands of demonstrators demanded greater freedoms
- Honecker wanted to shoot them, was overruled and replaced by Eron Krenz
- On Nov. 9, 1989 the Berlin wall was opened and free elections were held
Summary
In the late 1980's thing changed drastically in Germany. In 1989, the wall was finally opened and free elections were held. in 1990 Helmut Kohl and his party one on a reunification platform, and as a result, the two Germany's were reunited.
Quotes
"We don't appreciate what we have until it's gone. Freedom is like that. It's like air. When you have it, you don't notice it."
Subjunctive Question
What would have ended the Cold war if the berlin wall had not fallen?
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