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Berlin Commemorates Fall of the Wall
Berlin marks the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall with a large-scale commemoration involving art installations, concerts, and events.
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Germany
Germany HistoryBerlinAnniversaryFreedom
DpaCduSedStiftung Berliner MauerPussy Riot
Frank-Walter SteinmeierKai WegnerGünter SchabowskiDavid BowieMarius Müller-Westernhagen
- What triggered the fall of the Berlin Wall?
- The fall of the Berlin Wall on November 9, 1989, followed Günter Schabowski's unexpected announcement of new travel regulations, leading to spontaneous celebrations and the opening of the borders.
- What is the main attraction of the "Fest der Freiheit"?
- The "Fest der Freiheit" (Freedom Festival) features a large open-air art installation along the former Wall's path, showcasing posters created by thousands of people expressing their views on democracy and freedom.
- What is planned for the evening along the former Wall's path?
- A special concert featuring 700 musicians performing a "Soundtrack of Freedom," including songs like "S.O.S." by Silly and "Heroes" by David Bowie, will take place along the four-kilometer route.
- What will happen to some of the posters after the main event?
- On Sunday, some of the posters will be displayed at the Campus of Democracy in the former Stasi headquarters, alongside a democracy festival featuring street art, panel discussions, and a performance by Pussy Riot.
- How is Berlin commemorating the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall?
- Berlin commemorates the fall of the Berlin Wall's 35th anniversary with various events, including a central ceremony at the Berlin Wall Memorial and an open-air installation of 5,000 citizen-created posters.