Berlinology

Checkpoint Charlie was one of the hotbeds of the Cold War. What sparked the 1961 tank stand-off between the Soviets and the Americans? And what's wrong with the former border-crossing today? Thanks to Caroline Marburger. Other voices by Georgia, Chris, Susan, Xavier and Rick. More information about the history of Checkpoint Charlie at www.berlinology.org Music by Mark Schilders, Denis Wouters and Svetnik. Image by Walrus