Fine Art Print : Citizens of West Berlin outside the Schoeneberg Town Hall, 1
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Citizens of West Berlin outside the Schoeneberg Town Hall, 1
Photograph showing up to 500, 000 West Berliners gathered outside the Schoeneberg Town Hall to celebrate the end of the Berlin Blockade, 12th May 1949. Between April 1948 and May 1949 Josef 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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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history come to life with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of the Citizens of West Berlin outside Schoeneberg Town Hall. Taken on May 12, 1949, this powerful photograph captures the elation of up to 500,000 West Berliners as they celebrate the end of the Berlin Blockade. This high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Each print is produced using premium materials and printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and exceptional detail, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Order yours today and relive the history of this pivotal moment in time.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, an estimated 500,000 citizens of West Berlin gather outside Schoeneberg Town Hall on May 12, 1949, to celebrate the end of the Berlin Blockade. The Berlin Blockade, which lasted from April 1948 to May 1949, was a land blockade imposed by Soviet leader Joseph Stalin to cut off supplies from Western Europe to West Berlin. The 2.5 million inhabitants of West Berlin relied heavily on imports for their food and essentials, and the blockade threatened their survival. In response, the British and American governments organized an enormous airlift to supply the city with the necessary supplies. The airlift, which became known as the Berlin Airlift, involved the use of hundreds of planes flying daily from Western Europe to West Berlin. The operation was a massive logistical feat, with the Allies transporting over 2 million tons of supplies to the city during the year-long blockade. Stalin, who had hoped to force the Western Allies to abandon West Berlin, eventually conceded defeat and lifted the land blockade on May 12, 1949. The end of the blockade was a significant moment in history, marking the failure of the Soviet Union's attempt to control West Berlin and the success of the Western Allies' determination to keep the city free. The jubilant crowd in this photograph reflects the relief and joy felt by the citizens of West Berlin as they celebrated their victory over the blockade. The scene outside Schoeneberg Town Hall is a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the people of West Berlin during a time of great adversity.
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