What was the reason for the division of Germany post-World War II? 🔊
The division of Germany post-World War II stemmed from the geopolitical tensions between the Allied powers. After the war, Germany was divided into four occupation zones, controlled by the United States, Soviet Union, United Kingdom, and France. As ideological differences grew, particularly the conflict between capitalism and communism, the country split into East Germany (German Democratic Republic) and West Germany (Federal Republic of Germany) in 1949. This division symbolized the broader Cold War tensions and resulted in significant political, social, and economic disparities that persisted until reunification in 1990.
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