The Berlin Wall fell on November 9, 1989, marking a pivotal moment in history. The wall had divided East and West Berlin since its construction in 1961, symbolizing the Cold War's ideological divide between communism and democracy. Its fall was precipitated by peaceful protests and a growing movement for greater freedom in East Germany. When East German authorities announced that citizens could cross the border freely, thousands flocked to the wall, celebrating its collapse. This event led to the reunification of Germany and signaled a broader collapse of communist regimes across Eastern Europe, ultimately contributing to the end of the Cold War.