The Berlin Wall, a physical and symbolic divider, stood for 28 years, intimidating East Germans and inspiring a few brave souls to attempt escape. Some families took to the skies, using homemade hot air balloons or precarious pulleys to cross into the West, while others waited patiently for the system to collapse.
Busting the Berlin Wall: Amazing Escape Stories
For 28 years, the Berlin Wall divided a city and a nation. Despite the risks, some GDR citizens attempted to transcend the barrier, with some families attempting to cross the border in creative ways, such as a homemade hot air balloon or a makeshift swing.
