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Why was the Berlin Wall constructed in 1961?
To stop the flow of refugees from East Berlin to West Berlin, which was undermining the credibility of the East German government.
How did the construction of the Berlin Wall impact East-West relations?
It symbolized the division of Europe, intensified Cold War tensions, and became a physical barrier between the communist East and the capitalist West.
What were the immediate effects of the Berlin Wall on Berlin?
Families and friends were separated, and East Berliners were trapped in the communist-controlled zone, leading to protests and international condemnation.
How did the USA react to the construction of the Berlin Wall?
The USA condemned the wall, but did not intervene militarily, viewing it as a Soviet action that did not directly threaten American interests.
