Let Us Live!
Synopsis
More than 9 million refugees have sought political asylum in West Berlin since 1945, with an average of 20,000 arriving each month.
Synopsis
Maria recalls her home in Saxony as she waits in a refugee camp in West Berlin. In 1953, thousands of Germans fled the Soviet zone, seeking asylum from oppression. "Let Us Live." documents their experiences, detailing the immigration process and life in the camps. Refugees share their stories, revealing the personal stakes behind their escape. The film, distributed by the United States Army in 1956, is part of the U.S. Information Agency's records, which span from 1982 to 1999.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet refugees sharing their personal stories of escape.
- See the conditions in Berlin's overcrowded refugee camps.
- Find out how individuals cope with separation from family.
Did You Know
- Since 1945, the German Federal Republic has granted asylum to over 9 million refugees.
- An average of 20,000 refugees enter Berlin each month.
- There are over 2,000 refugee camps in the German Federal Republic, with more than 70 located in Berlin.
- Refugees must register and live in acceptance camps while their cases are reviewed.
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How many refugees has the German Federal Republic granted political asylum to since 1945?
The German Federal Republic has granted political asylum to more than 9 million refugees since 1945.
What is the average number of refugees pouring into Berlin each month?
On average, 20,000 refugees are pouring into Berlin each month.
How many refugee camps are there in Berlin?
There are over 70 refugee camps in Berlin.
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