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View of East Berlin
View of East Berlin taken from The Brandenburg Gate photograph taken shortly before the construction of The Berlin Wall Date: circa 1960
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1960 Berlin Brandenburg Shortly
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring a piece of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an iconic image from the past, this mug showcases a stunning View of East Berlin from The Brandenburg Gate, taken shortly before the construction of the Berlin Wall in circa 1960. This rights-managed photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online adds a unique and thought-provoking touch to your daily coffee or tea. Embrace the power of storytelling through the art of photography and start your day with a reminder of history's rich tapestry. Order yours today and make every sip a journey back in time.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative photograph captures a view of East Berlin as it appeared shortly before the construction of the Berlin Wall in the late 1960s. The image, taken from the iconic Brandenburg Gate, offers a poignant glimpse into a divided city. The once grand and unified metropolis of Berlin was now a physical and ideological battleground between the Soviet Union and the Western Allies. The Brandenburg Gate, an enduring symbol of peace and unity, stands proudly in the foreground, its Quadriga statue of the goddess Victoria atop the gateway, seemingly looking out over the city with a sense of longing and hope. Beyond the gate, the cityscape of East Berlin unfolds, a stark contrast to the vibrant and bustling West Berlin visible in the background. The drab, grey buildings and empty streets of the Eastern sector speak to the economic and social hardships faced by its residents. The looming presence of the wall, which would soon cut through the city, is not yet visible in this photograph. However, the ominous barbed wire fencing that can be seen at the edge of the frame serves as a chilling reminder of the impending division. This image serves as a poignant reminder of a time when a once unified city was torn apart by the political and ideological tensions of the Cold War. The photograph, taken in the 1960s, is a powerful testament to the historical significance of the Brandenburg Gate and the events that unfolded in and around it during this tumultuous period in history.
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