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August 20th 1961: Berlin Wall Goes Up

The series looking back at historical news events recalls the erection of the Berlin Wall in August 1961.

5 minutes

Last on

Mon 14 Aug 199513:30
BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire

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  • Wed 4 May 199414:15
    BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
  • Mon 8 May 199513:40
    BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire
  • Mon 14 Aug 199513:30
    BBC Two except East, South East & Yorkshire