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Still Chipping Away at a Wall Demolished a Generation Ago.

Authors :
BENNHOLD, KATRIN
Schuetze, Christopher F.
Source :
New York Times. 2/14/2018, Vol. 167 Issue 57873, pA1-A8. 2p. 4 Black and White Photographs.
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

The article focuses on the history of the Berlin Wall built in 1961 and its impact on the lives of people in Germany. Topics mentioned include former East Berlin mayor Thomas Krüger's explanation of cultural colonialism and his mission to educate the people about democratic principles, a proposal to establish a student exchange program between East and West to ease the conflicts with the two regions, and the differences in the views among East and West about nationalism.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
167
Issue :
57873
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
127976645