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Communism in East Germany: the Unattainable Ideal, 2003.
Exploring the rise and fall of Communism in East Germany post WWII.
4,280 words (approx. 17.1 pages), 32 sources, APA, £ 59.95
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The state of East Germany was established in 1949 under Communist rule, and its capital, the city of Berlin, became a symbol of division between Western democratic Europe and Eastern Communist Europe. While, in theory, Communism appeared to be the perfect ideology, when imposed upon East Germany, Communism proved itself to be an unattainable ideal. Through the analysis of the rise of Communism, leadership under Communist rule, and the fall of Communism in East Germany, this paper proves that Communism is, indeed, an unrealistic and unachievable ideology.
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"Communism's political and economic ascension to power had a tremendous impact on East Germans. WWII left the people of Germany unstable and insecure. When the Allies took control over Germany and eradicated all traces of the previous Nazi government, the common people of Germany were both relieved and scared of what was to come. They knew for sure, however, that they did not want to be under communist rule as in 1946, when the free elections took place, East Berliners failed to elect the East German Communist Party. Unfortunately, the Soviet Union would not accept defeat, so it created the Socialist Unity Party, a "political force for the common people". Tricked by the new image and influenced by propaganda, the majority of East Germans elected the SED."
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Perestroika and East Germany, 2004.
An examination of the effects of reforms in Russian on East Germany.
2,751 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 43.95
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This paper examines how East and West Germany were two very different places for people coming from the same ethnic background. The Cold War created two different societies. It explains how, when Gorbachev came along, he attempted to reform the USSR and provide "New Thinking" that would give the crumbling regime a new lease on life. The policies were very slow to take hold, but when they did, events moved at a dizzying pace. It discusses how Perestroika and Glasnost effectively gave the East German people the ability to rise up against their Communist leaders and end the Cold War.
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"When Gorbachev took control of the Soviet Union on March 11, 1985, he inherited an institution filled with corruption and cynicism. The Soviet Union's industrial equipment and transportation was obsolete and the rate of economic growth had declined. For a global super power, the living conditions were deplorable. Employees were often drunk or neglected to show up for work, which resulted in low productivity, and lower quality consumer goods. Consumer goods were as well, in very short supply. With the Soviets computer technology lacking in comparison to that of the Americans, it seemed as though the USSR was loosing its grip as a global superpower."
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East-West Germany, 2002.
This paper is on why German unification was necessary.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 6 sources, £ 27.95
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German reunification was one of the greatest events of the 20th century. But while the entire German population basked in the bliss of initial euphoria, the rest of the world viewed this event with great deal of skepticism. This skepticism originated from transition gurus' ability to see beyond the excitement and at the real reasons why East Germany had opted for unification after several decades of socialist rule. East Germany was riddled with numerous social and economic problems and thus had unification as the only viable choice left at its disposal. The paper studies the reasons behind East Germany's desire to be reunited with its western brother.
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East & West Germany, 1993.
History & development of two Germanies leading to reunification in 1990. Looking at social, political, ideological and economic issues. Examining its ties to East & West, leadership and problems.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 16 sources, £ 66.95
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" When masses of East Germans peacefully swarmed over the Berlin Wall in the autumn of 1989 - ending almost 3 decades of forcible division of German from German - so began a human mix of euphoria, expectation, dislocation and turmoil that we call "life" and scholars are already terming "an epoch-making historical moment." The drama of release was caught on television; political experts and the media went from speculating idly about reunification of the German peoples in "a generation, or slightly less". - to enthusiastically gushing that the politics of the street had overtaken the diplomatic waltzes of the politicians.
By July of 1990 the two Germanies, the Deutsche Demokratische Republik (DDR) of the eastern regions and the western Federal Republic of Germany, were united monetarily; in.."
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East Germany, 2001.
Economic & political & social problems following re-unification. Difficulties encountered in transition to a unifed Germany.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, £ 20.95
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"East Germany - Waking to a Western World
More than ten years after the reunification of Germany, the jolts and jostles of economic and political merger continue to plague the nation. The two Germanies have yet to blend into a one confluent economic entity, and a decade of Western aid and Eastern dependence has cultivated resentment on both sides. Stereotypes classifying the "Wessies" of the West as arrogant moneygrubbers, and the "Ossies" of the East as shiftless freeloaders have persisted through the 90s, intensifying frustrations. Some economists wonder if the East will manage to catch up with the West within the next twenty-five years. In the final analysis, though the old Communist regime did afford the East German citizens perks like job security and cheap housing, the new East Germany is in fact a better place ten years after the..."
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East Germany and Bulgaria, 1994.
An exaxmination of the historical evolution of political and economic systems from the feudal era to communism to post-communism, emphasizing the 20th century birth of nations, WWII, leadership, industry, Soviet control and the collapse of Soviet system.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 9 sources, £ 70.95
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" Eastern Europe has ceased to exist. This artificial creation of Yalta existed only as long as the Soviet army could support the doubtful legitimacy of communist regimes throughout the region. When it became obvious that the Soviets were not going to use force to stop the wave of change in their European empire, the only thing needed was the first hole in the dike. After the change of government in Poland and the collapse of the communist party in Hungary, no one could stop the flood of freedom. The pace of events was astonishing. In a matter of just a few years, the Berlin wall was dismantled allowing for the reunification of East and West Germany and communism collapsed in virtually every nation of the region from Romania to Bulgaria.
The purpose of this research is to examine the political and economic developments in Eastern Europe as revealed in the..."
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East Germany & Bulgaria after Soviet Collapse, 1994.
Describes political & economic revolutions during & after 1989. Examined in terms of elections & democracy, privatization, transition to free-market economy, reform, leadership and German reunification.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 6 sources, £ 45.95
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" The rise to power across Eastern Europe of a new revolutionary class of dissidents in 1989 and 1990--this time a class of anti-communist dissidents--has been one of the most dramatic changes in contemporary politics. Throughout Eastern Europe, thousands marched for freedom and bulldozers leveled statues of communist heroes, leaving Vladimer Lenin lying face down in the streets of a new era. Political parties headed by opponents of communist rule came to power through free elections in Poland, Hungary and Czechoslovakia; the communist regime of the German Democratic Republic was ousted by anti-communist dissidents, preparing the way for unification with West Germany; and non-communist political parties appeared for the first time since the Second World War in Bulgaria and Romania.
Partly because of a desire for a peaceful transition and.."
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Germany-Then and Now, 2006.
A look back at the reunification of East Germany with West Germany and what obstacles had to be overcome in order to achieve reunification.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 7 sources, £ 51.95
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The unification of former East Germany and former West Germany back into the singular Germany as it was prior to World War II in 1989 is commonly cited as a text book scenario of healing ideological and economic divisions between rival states. It also is quoted often as model of reunification for North and South Korea to follow in their eventual reunification as well. Yet, how difficult was the execution of the reunification of East and West Germany? This paper presents a brief examination of each countries' economy prior to reunification, as it reveals much regarding the hurdles that had to be overcome regarding the recombination of German society within the framework of a homogeneous political and economic paradigm.
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Germany and European Union, 2002.
An analysis of the unification of West and East Germany, its integration in the EU and how it affected the identity of the country.
745 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 13.95
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This paper examines the current social, economic and cultural state of a United Germany. It looks at how the previously ultra nationalistic country has been used as an example by the EU to show that a country can maintain its own identity and still be part of a Greater Europe. Contemporary history of Germany is examined, since the collapse of the Berlin Wall until present.
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"After the fall of Berlin Wall and the Unification of West Germany and East Germany, the United Germany due to its size and strength has often been perceived as the leader of the European Union. This situation and perception worries and annoys the other European Union members because of the German reputation in the past, in the World War. This problem which is often called the "German Problem" and as European members try not to hold past against Germany to such degree that it damages integration. The problem of European Security was the major concern and an essential determinant in all proposals and considerations on Germany's European integration. The image of Germany in the past was also a major consideration and its neighbors knew that a united Germany would emerge at some stage in the postwar developments, despite the fact that they would have prefer the partition to remain in post war Europe."
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The Transformation of Germany, 2008.
An examination of the history of Germany from World War I until today.
3,395 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 12 sources, APA, £ 50.95
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This paper examines Germany's economic and political development throughout the world wars and up until the twenty first century. The paper explains that what was formerly West Germany, now part of the re-unified Germany, achieved a major period of development after World War II to become the economic powerhouse in Europe. The paper looks at how after the first World War, the victorious Allies sought both to punish Germany and to assure that Germany would not be able to attack her neighbors again. The effort failed and, in fact, backfired giving Germany more reason to try to reassert her power. The paper points out that after World War II, the victors handled the situation differently, dividing Germany in two and imposing various means of monitoring the situation. The paper then discusses how Germany remained divided until the fall of the Soviet Union, after which East and West Germany re-united. In conclusion, the paper shows that the nation clearly made a major shift after World War II and continues to benefit from that shift to this day.
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The Unified German State
Germany After World War II
West Germany
Germany and Europe
Germany Recovery
Reunification
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"At the end of World War I, curtailing German power and punishing her for her transgressions was coupled with direct efforts to eliminate the German problem. The war had taken its toll on Germany, which is why the other European powers were able to force her to sue for peace. World War I was seen as the triumph of Western liberalism represented by the British, American, and French traditions, over the German Bismarckian tradition. The changing of the borders of Germany and the accompanying creation of new national states that also adopted the liberal traditions showed which tradition had won."
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US and Germany, 2006.
A review of the relationship between the USA and Germany.
1,078 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 19.95
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This paper discusses the impact that German politics have on the USA. The paper reviews the history of Germany, the relationship between the USA and Germany and the effect German politics have had on the USA, economically and politically. The paper focuses primarily on the unification of East and West Germany.
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"The Socialist Unity Party (Sozialistische Einheitspartei Deutschlands), headed by Ulbrecht for decades, laid the foundations for the state-controlled industrial economy that would characterize East Germany and which might have crippled the Eastern provinces' potential to thrive as part of the EU. Like the former GDR, West Germany also emphasized heavy industry during the Cold War as a key to their economic growth, but the FRG permitted at least some form of free enterprise and also enjoyed having the United States as a wealthy trading partner."
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Germany Today, 2002.
Discusses the situation in Germany since the reunification in 1990.
3,714 words (approx. 14.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 53.95
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This paper examines the social, political, and economic issues that have affected Germany since the 1990 reunification. It looks at the hardships that face the government in trying to bring together the decrepit society of East Germany with the modern industrial economy of West Germany. The writer addresses issues such as unemployment, increased far-right activity, the European Union, internal political problems and the country's stance on abortion.
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"The initial excitement led to unrealistic expectations, both in the west and the east. For East Germans, unification meant they would have the same political freedom and standard of living found in West Germany. The government of a unified Germany could give the former without great difficulty. As for the latter, West Germany deluded itself into believing that it could raise East Germany's standard of living with the same ease (Edinger & Nacos, 1998, pp. 16-17).
Thus, during the spring of 1990, many politicians and planners in West Germany focused on the deprivation faced by East German consumers. Western policymakers assumed that an infusion of cash into the former East Germany would pump up consumer spending and jump-start that region's economy. They also assumed that greater buying power would stem the flow of refugees and entice many to return to East Germany. Hundreds of thousands had fled East Germany before the fall of the Berlin Wall, precipitating the crisis that brought down the East German government (Maier, 1997, pp. 230-233)."
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An Analysis of the Occupation of Germany Post-WWII, 2001.
A look at Germany's history and whether post WWII Germany was better suited to a capitalist or communist regime.
3,960 words (approx. 15.8 pages), 10 sources, £ 56.95
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This essay researches Germany's history from industrialization to the post modern period in an effort to relate Germany's history and economic development to the way fascism and Nazism developed. From there, it is investigated whether Soviet rule in the east, or Allied rule in the west better suited Germany's historical developments. It was the allied capitalist system that better suited Germany, as seen in the 'West German Miracle'.
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