East Germany
Definition
East Germany was the eastern part of Germany that existed as a separate socialist state during the Cold War period until its reunification with West Germany in 1990.
Analogy
Imagine if your school cafeteria had two sections divided by a long line painted on the floor. One section represents East Germany, where everyone wears red uniforms and follows specific rules, while the other section represents West Germany, where students wear blue uniforms and have more freedom.
Related terms
Soviet Bloc: The Soviet Bloc refers to the countries under communist influence and control during the Cold War period, including East Germany.
Berlin Wall: The Berlin Wall was a physical barrier built by East Germany to divide East Berlin from West Berlin during the Cold War era.
Stasi: The Stasi was the secret police force in East Germany known for spying on its citizens and suppressing dissent.
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