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What if… The Berlin Wall Hadn’t Fallen?
Past Present Future
The Fall of the Berlin Wall: A Historical Interplay
This chapter examines the historical importance of the Berlin Wall's collapse and its unexpected implications for East Germany's regime. It contrasts expert predictions with the unforeseen nature of events, particularly a pivotal press conference that hastened the flow of East Germans to the border. Through a lens of counterfactual analysis, the discussion highlights both grassroots movements and the complexities of political dynamics that shaped the path toward reunification and democracy.
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