1. After WWII Germany was divided
into 4 zones; Soviet, American,
British and French.
2. America introduces the
Deutschmark to west
Germany and west Berlin.
3. Stalin wanted Germany to suffer
so when he heard of the new
currency that would help the
economy, he closed off west Berlin;
cutting off all railroads, canals and
all roads.
4. Americans airlifted supplies into west
Berlin, in operation Vittles. Meetings
were held to keep spirits high. Stalin
realised he couldn't win after 11 months,
so he lifted the blockade.