The Cold War

The Cold War

1. The Berlin Blockade

   • 1948-1949
   • 1. After WWII Germany was divided into 4 zones; Soviet, American, British and French.
   • 2. America introduces the Deutschmark to west Germany and west Berlin.
   • 3. Stalin wanted Germany to suffer so when he heard of the new currency that would help the economy, he closed off west Berlin; cutting off all railroads, canals and all roads.
   • 4. Americans airlifted supplies into west Berlin, in operation Vittles. Meetings were held to keep spirits high. Stalin realised he couldn't win after 11 months, so he lifted the blockade.