Berlin Airlift (jun 24, 1948 – may 12, 1949)
Description:
During debates over whether Allied territories in western Berlin would be absorbed into the Soviet territory that surrounded Berlin the Soviets blockaded all road, rail, and water access to Berlin. The Allies proceeded to airlift food and supplies into Berlin for almost a year until the Soviets lifted the blockade.Added to timeline:
Date:
jun 24, 1948
may 12, 1949
~ 10 months