Ronald Reagan: Brandenburg Gate

That the U.S. visits Berlin infrequently, only once every generation.

That the U.S. presidency is an office that frequently changes its focus and priorities.

That the U.S. commitment to the freedom of Berlin is a sustained, bipartisan, and long-standing tradition.

That Reagan's visit is simply a repetition of a common event, lacking unique significance.

The Wall's location is a secondary issue, as the surrounding vast system of barriers is the main point of contention.

The location is important because it is near the Grunewald and the Tiergarten, areas known for their natural beauty.

The Wall's presence within the city is what has cemented its image as a global symbol of brutal division.

The location at the Brandenburg Gate is primarily significant because it is a place where every man feels German.

It sets a combative tone, directly challenging the Soviet Union by criticizing their authoritarian policies.

It establishes the scope of his message as transcending the Wall, directly addressing the people under Soviet influence and affirming the belief in "only one Berlin."

It serves as a necessary formality to meet international broadcasting agreements for the address.

It develops the idea that communication technology has made physical barriers like the Wall obsolete.

Order and deliberate construction.

Superficiality and temporary inconvenience.

A violent, painful, and deep wound on the landscape.

A clear, logical demarcation between two neutral territories.