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All Historical Periods

German Democratic Republic (East Germany)

1949 - 1990

The socialist state established in the Soviet occupation zone after World War II, existing until German reunification.

Timeline and Overview

The socialist state established in the Soviet occupation zone after World War II, existing until German reunification.

Key Events

1949
Beginning of German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
1990
End of German Democratic Republic (East Germany)