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Two decades together

September 29, 2010

The end of the Cold War dramatically brought East and West Germany together as one country. Twenty years after reunification, Deutsche Welle explores just how united Europe's biggest country really is.

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Two children with the German flag painted on their cheeks
How well has Germany come together since reunification?Image: picture-alliance/ ZB

Twenty years ago, on October 3, 1990, a peaceful revolution culminated in the reunification of East and West Germany.

How much are the old divisions still visible in politics, the economy and society?

We look at the winners and losers of reunification, taking you to the richest community in eastern Germany, as well as to "Little Berlin," a formerly divided village. We introduce you to couples bridging the East-West divide and to former East German diplomats. And we explore what young Germans know about their country's divided past.

A 55-minute Newslink radio special to mark this special anniversary will be broadcast on October 3 at 16:05 - 17:00 UTC.

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