"The Big Lift"

Through Herculean and expensive effort, the 1948-49 Berlin Airlift demonstrated to the world America’s determination to transform its former enemies into trusted friends. Examine the awe-inspiring events of the Berlin Airlift and how it proved to be a pivotal event during the escalating Cold War. The movie “The Big Lift,” filmed in the ruins of Berlin, is free to watch online. The class will discuss excerpts from the film to better understand the many challenges faced by the Berliners and the Americans. Watching the movie before class is highly recommended.