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Yong pioneers come to the Brandenburg Gate, the landmark of Berlin, to see their friends, the frontier guards (b / w photo)
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Yong pioneers come to the Brandenburg Gate, the landmark of Berlin, to see their friends, the frontier guards (b / w photo)
3638430 Yong pioneers come to the Brandenburg Gate, the landmark of Berlin, to see their friends, the frontier guards (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yong pioneers come to the Brandenburg Gate, the landmark of Berlin, to see their friends, the frontier guards. East German propaganda photo.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 22723740
© Look and Learn / Elgar Collection / Bridgeman Images
Berlin Berlin Street Brandenburg Gate Cold War East Germany Friends Frontier German Democratic Republic Guards Landmark Old Berlin Pioneers Propaganda Yong
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This photograph captures a poignant moment in history as young pioneers gather at the iconic Brandenburg Gate in Berlin to visit their friends, the frontier guards. Taken by an anonymous German photographer from the 20th century, this image is part of a private collection. The photo serves as a reminder of the Cold War era and East German propaganda. The Yong pioneers, dressed in their uniforms, stand proudly before the imposing landmark while being watched over by stern-faced guards. It is evident that this gathering was orchestrated to promote unity and loyalty among East German youth. The Brandenburg Gate itself symbolizes both division and reunification. During this time, it stood as a physical barrier between East and West Berlin, representing the ideological divide of Europe. However, it also became a powerful symbol of hope when it served as the backdrop for celebrations during Germany's reunification in 1990. This image offers us a glimpse into life behind the Iron Curtain and highlights how propaganda played an influential role in shaping public perception during those tumultuous times. It serves as a testament to the power of photography to capture significant historical moments and provoke reflection on our shared past.
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