THE RUINS OF BERLIN

The video provides a visual account of Berlin's state after the Russian occupation in May. It highlights the extensive destruction caused by bombing and shelling, with fires still burning and resistance groups attempting to hold out. Key landmarks like Unter den Linden, White Hall, Borsig Palace, and the Reichstag are shown in ruins. The Brandenburg Gate remains standing, now guarded by the Red Army.

What was the state of Berlin when the Russians first occupied it?

• It was untouched by the war.

• It was under complete Nazi control.

• It was largely destroyed with ongoing fires.

• It was thriving and bustling.

What was found in the ruins of the Borsig Palace?

• A stash of weapons

• A hidden bunker

• A secret tunnel

• A large portrait of Hitler

What was the condition of Unter den Linden after the war?

• It was a military base.

• It was in ruins.

• It was a bustling marketplace.

• It was completely intact.

Which famous Berlin landmark was still standing but under Red Army control?

• The Berlin Cathedral

• The Victory Column

• The Brandenburg Gate

• The Berlin Wall

Who was directing traffic at the Brandenburg Gate?

• A local police officer

• An American officer

• A Red Army girl

• A German soldier