Fine Art Print : The East-West Frontier in Berlin, 1949
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The East-West Frontier in Berlin, 1949
Photograph showing a West Berlin policeman (on left) talking to a Soviet Sector policeman over an East-West frontier barrier, in Berlin, 1949. This was one of a number of new barriers set up by the Soviet forces in an attempt to strengthen their blockade of West Berlin. Between April 1948 and May 1949 Stalin, leader of the USSR, imposed a land blockade on supplies from Western Europe to West Berlin. In response the British and American governments organised an enormous airlift to supply food and other essentials to the 2.5 million inhabitants of West Berlin. After a year Stalin conceded defeat and lifted the land blockade
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Media ID 4391671
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1948 1949 Air Lift Attempt Barrier Barriers Berlin Blockade Conceded Defeat Enormous Essentials Forces Frontier Governments Imposed Inhabitants Lifted Million Organised Response Sector Soviet Stalin Strengthen Supplies Supply Talking Uss R Year
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative photograph "The East-West Frontier in Berlin, 1949" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures a pivotal moment in history as a West Berlin policeman engages in conversation with his Soviet Sector counterpart over the formidable barrier that divided the city. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, this high-quality print is a testament to the enduring power of photography to preserve and illuminate the past.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the East-West Frontier in Berlin during the aftermath of the Berlin Blockade in 1949. The image shows a West Berlin policeman (left) in conversation with a Soviet Sector policeman over an newly erected barrier, marking the divide between the Soviet and Western sectors of the city. Between April 1948 and May 1949, under the orders of Soviet leader Joseph Stalin, the USSR imposed a land blockade on all supplies entering West Berlin from Western Europe. In response, the British and American governments organized an enormous airlift to deliver food and other essentials to the 2.5 million inhabitants of West Berlin. The barrier in this photograph is one of several new barriers set up by the Soviet forces in an attempt to strengthen their blockade. The land blockade, which was a significant challenge to the post-World War II order, lasted for over a year. In the end, Stalin conceded defeat and lifted the blockade in May 1949. This historic event marked the end of the Berlin Airlift and the beginning of a new era in the Cold War. The photograph provides a poignant reminder of the tensions and divisions that marked the post-war period in Europe. It also highlights the determination and resilience of the Western Allies in the face of Soviet aggression, and their commitment to upholding the principles of freedom and democracy in West Berlin. The image is a valuable historical document, offering insight into a pivotal moment in the history of the Cold War and the complex geopolitical dynamics of the post-World War II era.
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