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At the conclusion of World War II, the Allies divided Berlin into occupation zones for several reasons. One reason was to include the major powers of the European Theater in the occupational duties as a kind of honor or point of prestige; another was to distribute administrative responsibilities and burdens among the major powers.
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∙ 12y agoThe Big 3 plus France had made the decision to divide up Germany during the Yalta conference because of political reasons, cultural reasons and practical reasons. The basic purpose of the zones would be to accomplish denazification and demilitarization.
On the practical side The French were to control the area where many Germans and other people spoke in French or knew some French. The Russians would control the Eastern part of Germany which they conquered and had more of the Slavic type of people. The Brits and Americans took the rest. It was decided the punishment of the Nazis would be conducted in Nuremberg where there was a large building still intact and capable of imprisoning the accused.
Another political/practical/cultural reason was that it was not possible for one nation to do the controlling and war reparations in the entire country. It was easier when 4 nations did the job of quelling the Nazis who still caused troubles for two years. The fighting did not stop the day the surrender documents were signed. During those two years they either had to kill or arrest those who persisted in carrying on attacks within Germany.
War reparations included feeding the population, getting the rubble cleaned up, establishing a democratic form of government (West Germany) and helping people to get homes, jobs medical care and clothing. In Berlin the US had to fly in food and supplies for the East and West Berliners until Josef Stalin finally allowed the US to enter East Berlin. As you can see the political conflicts did not end at the end of the war. It opened the way to another war that lasted 50 years: The Cold War.
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What allies agreed to divide Germany into zones?
The French, Americans, Russians and Britons decided to divide Germany into zones when they met at the Yalta Conference.
What questions about postwar Europe did the allies face?
how to divide Germany. if they should let Stalin have eastern Europe
How were the allies of Germany?
Italy and japan were the allies of Germany
Were Japan and Germany on the same side in World War 2?
Yes, they were bound as allies by the Tripartite (German: Three Party) Pact, along with Italy. The Tripartite Pact was signed by the 3 nations on September 27th, 1940.The problem in 1939, was that the Soviet Union and Germany were allied in their agreement to divide Poland. After Germany invaded the USSR, the allies added them to their "allies".
Why did Russian armys treat the allies differntly to the Germans in the Battle of Berlin?
The Russians treated the Allies differently because the Allies were on their side. Both the Allies and the Russians were trying to defeat Germany. In addition, Russia had a score to settle with Germany because of Germany's invasion of Russia.
After Germany surrendered the allies decided to do what with Germany and Berlin?
Divide it into four zones
What allies agreed to divide Germany into zones?
The French, Americans, Russians and Britons decided to divide Germany into zones when they met at the Yalta Conference.
What questions about postwar Europe did the allies face?
how to divide Germany. if they should let Stalin have eastern Europe
After Germany surrendered the allies decide to do what?
Divide it in four parts, to be governed by Britain, the United States, the Soviets, and France
How were the allies of Germany?
Italy and japan were the allies of Germany
Why did Russian leave the war?
became allies of Germany
After Germany surrendered what did the allies decide to do?
Divide it in four parts, to be governed by Britain, the United States, the Soviets, and France
Why do you think the allies decided to divide Germany into 4 zones of occupation?
The decision to divide Germany into four zones of occupation was made by the Allies (United States, Soviet Union, Britain, and France) at the end of World War II. It was primarily done to prevent Germany from becoming a unified and potentially powerful country that could pose a threat to European security, as it had done in the past. Additionally, the division allowed the Allies to maintain control and oversee the process of denazification and reconstruction in Germany.
Were Japan and Germany on the same side in World War 2?
Yes, they were bound as allies by the Tripartite (German: Three Party) Pact, along with Italy. The Tripartite Pact was signed by the 3 nations on September 27th, 1940.The problem in 1939, was that the Soviet Union and Germany were allied in their agreement to divide Poland. After Germany invaded the USSR, the allies added them to their "allies".
Who won between Russia and Germany?
Germany lost, they lost to the Allies Russia was part of the Allies
When did Germany divide into west and eastern Germany?
Potsdam Conference 16 July to 2nd August 1945 --> Allies divided Germany -->Cold war --> 1949 two states emerged : Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) and German Democratic Republic (East Germany) --> United 1989/90
Are Bulgaria and Germany allies?
No 'bilateral type of allies'. Both Bulgaria and Germany are members of the NATO. That is their ally
