Willy Brandt and the German Reunification

„Now what belongs together will grow together.“ The quote by Willy Brandt from 10 November 1989, the day after the fall of the Berlin Wall, has become a famous catchphrase to describe the process of German reunification. Less than a year later, on 3 October 1990, the former chancellor stood next to Federal President Richard von Weizsäcker, Federal Chancellor Helmut Kohl, and Foreign Minister Hans-Dietrich Genscher on the podium at the midnight celebration in front of the Reichstag building in Berlin. With tears in his eyes, he witnessed the realization of German reunification. 

What made the events of 1989/90 so special for Willy Brandt? How did his Ostpolitik contribute to overcome the division of Germany? And why was German reunification only possible for him within a European context? Join us for a special guided tour through the Forum Willy Brandt Berlin. 

Dates: 8, 9, and 15 November, each at 2 p.m.

Participation is free of charge. Registration is not required.