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Checkmate in Berlin by Giles Milton
Checkmate in Berlin by Giles Milton
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Checkmate in Berlin by Giles Milton
A compelling account of post-war Berlin and the political struggle that transformed a devastated city into one of the defining front lines of the Cold War.
This copy comes from my dad's personal collection. Dad was an actor and scriptwriter with a genuine interest in history, politics and the people caught inside major world events. He was drawn to books that combined large political shifts with the experiences of ordinary lives, showing how decisions made by governments could reshape entire cities and generations. His collection remains an important part of Kate's Treasures15, with each book now looking for a new home where it can continue to be read and appreciated.
Written by Giles Milton, Checkmate in Berlin: The Cold War Showdown That Shaped the Modern World explores the divided city in the years following the Second World War, as cooperation between the Allied powers gave way to mistrust, rivalry and confrontation.
Through vivid storytelling and personal accounts, the book examines political manoeuvring, competing ideologies and the everyday experiences of people living through occupation, division and uncertainty in a city that became central to the emerging Cold War.
An absorbing read for anyone interested in Cold War history, post-war Europe and the political struggles that helped shape the modern world.
About This Book
Hardback with Dust Jacket
Giles Milton
John Murray
English
Post-War Europe & Early Cold War
Berlin, Allied Rivalry & Geopolitics
Occupation, Division & Political Conflict
Cold War & Modern European History
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Historical Content Information
This book discusses occupation, political confrontation, post-war instability and the early development of the Cold War in Berlin.
The material is presented for historical and educational study and reflects the political conditions and tensions of the period under discussion.
Pre-Owned Book Information
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