18 juin 1948 - 3. The Introduction of the Deutschmark
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June 18th, 1948
Following the unification of the British and American zones in Western Germany, Western officials introduced a new currency for West Germany called the Deutschmark. The new currency was introduced as a way to stabilize West Germans currency and boost the economy. This event is significant because it was a major reason for the Berlin Blockade.
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