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For about 3 decades the Berlin Wall separated the city into the East and West. Crossing the separation was paid for by the lives of many Berliners who wanted to be free during the cold war. On November 9, 2009 the city will celebrate the dismantling of the wall---- 20 years after it was torn down by people's insistence.

About 100,000 are expected to come and ponder on a footnote of hisotry. German Chancellor Angela Merkel will be joined by present and former international leaders and dignitaries in the Monday ceremonies that include a display of huge 2.1 meter-high dominoes----symbolizing the successive changes that led to the tearing of the concrete barrier that divided people. The significant day will be marked by concerts, beautiful fireworks and exhibits. (Photo Credit: tunnelarmr) =0=

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