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The crisis in Berlin in 1948-49 was due to Communist expansion in Europe. Germany was occupied by the 4 Powers (England, France, America, & Russia) as was the CITY of Berlin. It was at this time that Russia was consolidating its power throughout Eastern Europe starting with Poland and Czechoslovakia, Hungary Romania etc. Since Russia already controlled the eastern portion of Germany(East Germany) and Berlin was located in the middle of their territory, the Russians felt the Western powers,with a little pressure, would cede Berlin over to them since the West was demobilized and under prepared for another war. But when the Western powers , specifically the US & UK, didn't back down and threatened to nuke Russia instead, the Russians blockaded the city under the guise of "doing maintenance on the roads and rails". (Remember, the Russians didn't have the bomb yet). This blockade cut off all food, medical supples, gasoline and coal. Berlin, still in chaos from the war, was devastated and the citizen of the city were threatened with extinction. Because the military was allowed access through narrow air corridors, they came up with the idea to save the city via the now famous "Berlin Airlift".
Source(s):Google up "Berlin Airlift-History"
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What was the Berlin crisis of 1961?
The Berlin Crisis of 1961 began with the Soviet Union building a wall between East and West Berlin. The Soviets shut off access to West Berlin. The Allies responded with the Berlin Airlift and the crisis was resolved.
What did the crisis in Berlin confirm?
The crisis in Berlin confirmed that a reunited Germany was essential to the future of Europe.
How was the berlin crisis solved?
The Berlin Crisis was solved by the Berlin Airlift. For several months in 1961 thousands of tons of supplies were flown into West Berlin. This broke the blockade of Berlin by the Soviets.
The Berlin Crisis precipitated the building of the?
Berlin wall.
Who caused the Berlin crisis?
The Russians caused it by blockading Berlin.
What is the crisis ober Berlin in 1961?
the Berlin wall the separation of west Berlin and east Germany
Who debated against Kennedy during the Berlin crisis?
Nikita Khrushchev from Germany debated against Kennedy during the Berlin Crisis.
Describe the Berlin Crisis of 1961?
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How did the Berlin crisis resolve?
the tore it down
How did John F. Kennedy handle the Berlin crisis?
Your question is vague, so the only crisis dealing with Berlin that I can think of would be the Berlin airlift. If this is the case JFK was not in office in 1949. He wasn't elected president until 1960. If you mean the Cuban crisis that is a different story.
High barrier between East and West erected during the 1961 Berlin crisis?
Berlin Wall.
How in 1958 did the Berlin Crisis develop?
The Berlin Crisis of 1958 developed as a result of tensions between the Soviet Union and the Western powers over the status of West Berlin. The Soviet Union demanded that the Western powers withdraw their troops from West Berlin and threatened to hand over control of access points to East Germany. This led to increased military buildup and heightened fears of a potential conflict between the two sides. Ultimately, negotiations and diplomatic efforts helped defuse the crisis.
