92K views · 609 reactions | Once the best-known border crossing...

Witness a pivotal moment in history as the iconic Checkpoint Charlie, a symbol of division during the Cold War, is dismantled on June 22, 1990. This vivid narrative unfolds with the backdrop of foreign ministers and military commandants from both East and West observing the historic transition as a crane carefully lifts the once-guarded crossing point. For nearly 30 years, Checkpoint Charlie stood as a poignant reminder of the Berlin Wall's impact on lives, separating families and friends. Now,

26K views · 470 reactions | Steve from Experience Berlin Tours takes you beyond Berlin’s famous Checkpoint Charlie to the real gateways between East and West Germany — Checkpoints Alpha and Bravo. Once used by U.S. and Soviet forces, these crossings tell the untold story of Cold War travel into Berlin. See how they look today compared to decades ago, ending at the historic Glienicker Bridge — the Bridge of Spies. #coldwar #thenandnow #berlin | Steve's Experience Berlin Tours | Facebook

11K views · 292 reactions | Checkpoint Charlie is the most famous border crossing from divided Berlin. The crossing was one of three Allied checkpoints where officials could pass between East and West Berlin. In 1961, Soviet and American tanks came face-to-face here, and a war nearly kicked off. Today, it's a popular tourist attraction with a deep history. Learn More: | German Embassy Washington | Facebook