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Since 13 August 1961 the state frontier of the German Democratic Republic with West Berlin has been reliably protected by the National Peoples Army... (b / w photo)
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Since 13 August 1961 the state frontier of the German Democratic Republic with West Berlin has been reliably protected by the National Peoples Army... (b / w photo)
3638395 Since 13 August 1961 the state frontier of the German Democratic Republic with West Berlin has been reliably protected by the National Peoples Army.... (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Since 13 August 1961 the state frontier of the German Democratic Republic with West Berlin has been reliably protected by the National Peoples Army. In erecting the anti-fascist protective wall the workers militia and the Peoples Police forces acted in close conjunction with the National Peoples Army. East German propaganda photo.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 22974934
© Look and Learn / Elgar Collection / Bridgeman Images
Acted Anti Close Cold War East German East Germany Erecting Fascist Forces Frontier German Democratic Republic Militia National Peoples Army Propaganda Protected Protective Soviet Block State West Berlin Wokrker Conjunction Laborer Labourer Tradesman Tradesmen
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This photograph captures a significant moment in history - the state frontier of the German Democratic Republic with West Berlin, protected by the National Peoples Army since 13 August 1961. The image, taken by an anonymous German photographer from the 20th century and now part of a private collection, showcases East German propaganda at its finest. The photo depicts workers militia and Peoples Police forces working hand-in-hand with the National Peoples Army to erect what would become known as the anti-fascist protective wall. This powerful symbol of division was constructed during the height of the Cold War era, representing not only physical barriers but also ideological differences between East Germany and West Berlin. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness tradesmen, laborers, and workers diligently building this imposing structure that reliably protected East Germany's interests. The photograph serves as a reminder of how closely these forces worked together to maintain control over their side of Europe's divided continent within the Soviet block. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured through mzphoto's lens, we are transported back to an era defined by tension and conflict. It is a stark reminder that walls can both physically separate nations while serving as potent symbols for political ideologies. This image invites us to reflect on past events while contemplating their lasting impact on our present world.
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