The Berlin Wall, a physical and symbolic divide, stood for 28 years, separating a city and a nation. Despite the risks, some brave individuals attempted to defy its power, using creative methods such as homemade hot air balloons and makeshift pulleys to cross into the other side. As communism began to crumble, the borders finally opened, and the Wall was dismantled.
Busting the Berlin Wall: Amazing Escape Stories
The Berlin Wall, a 28-year-long barrier, separated East and West Berlin, but courageous GDR citizens found ways to bridge the gap, employing creative methods to cross the border, such as a homemade hot air balloon and a makeshift swing.
