VOICED: Czech 'Velvet Revolution': the turning point of Nov 17, 1989

The transcript describes the events surrounding the fall of the Berlin Wall, highlighting student protests and the powerful impact of public speeches. It details how dissidents gained support, leading to a revolution. Police violence against demonstrators accelerated mobilization, resulting in significant political change. By the end of December, the Communist Party relinquished power, and a new president was elected.

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