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A wind swept rainy day at Checkpot Charlie on Berlin Friedrich strasse
A wind swept rainy day at Checkpot Charlie on Berlin Friedrich strasse. In June 1953 during the workersI revolt in East Germany, American and Soviet tanks stood opposite each other in Friedrich Strasse, creating a credible threat of force at the Allies sector line,
From that time on, the border crossing at Checkpoint Charlie symbolised the collision of two world systems of Democracy and Communism. Following the completion of the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie became one of the enduring symbols of the Cold War.
Circa 1st November 1977
Staff
Mirrorpix
Berlin
Germany
Media ID 21478396
© Mirrorpix
Border Crossing Cold War Jeep Military Police
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step into history with our captivating poster print from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the dramatic atmosphere of "A wind swept rainy day at Checkpot Charlie on Berlin Friedrich strasse," a poignant image from June 1953 during the workers' revolt in East Germany. This evocative poster transport you back in time, immersing you in the raw emotion and tension of an iconic moment in history. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a touch of history into your home or office.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to a wind-swept rainy day at Checkpoint Charlie on Berlin Friedrich Strasse. The year was 1953, during the workers' revolt in East Germany, when tensions between the American and Soviet forces were running high. In this powerful image, American and Soviet tanks stand face-to-face, creating an atmosphere of imminent force along the Allies sector line. From that moment on, Checkpoint Charlie became a symbol of the clash between two opposing world systems: Democracy and Communism. As time went on and the Berlin Wall was completed, this border crossing evolved into one of the most enduring symbols of the Cold War. The photograph itself captures not only this historical significance but also showcases elements that define its era. Circa November 1st, 1977, we see an Austin Morris 1300 car parked nearby as well as military police personnel patrolling in their jeep. The Stars and Stripes flag proudly waves amidst these tense surroundings. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints with utmost care for posterity's sake, this print serves as a reminder of a tumultuous period in history where ideologies clashed head-on. It encapsulates both political tension and everyday life during those times without mentioning any commercial use or affiliations associated with it.
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