The Brandenburg Gate

One of the most iconic monuments in Germany. During the Cold War, it served as part of the boundary between East and West Berlin. Also, Napoleon really liked the Quadriga on top, so he lopped it off and brought it to Paris. When the Germand recaptured it, they changed the goddess on top to Victoria (for victory) and her face now looks down on the French Embassy.

In Berlin!

August 1st 2008
Hey all! This will be a short post, as the keyboard here is really annoying and I don't have much patience for it right now. Just a quick update: Laura and I got to Berlin 2 nights ago and this is our last night. Tomorrow we head to Prague. We did a walking tour of the city yesterday and it was excellent. We saw all the major sights: the Wall, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstagg, the Memorial ... read more

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more

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