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The Berlin Wall is knocked down, 1989. People rejoice. Shot of building the Wall in...

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The Berlin Wall is knocked down, 1989. People rejoice. Shot of building the Wall in 1961.

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Shots of the Berlin Wall coming down in 1989. People hammering at the Wall and breaking it apart. Citizens stand on the Wall with banners. Shot of men building the Wall in 1961.

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