Home > Europe > Germany > Berlin
Shops & restaurants are closed in East Berlin, Germany 22nd September 1989
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Memory Lane
Shops & restaurants are closed in East Berlin, Germany 22nd September 1989
Shops & restaurants are closed in East Berlin, Germany 22nd September 1989.
While for many, the given reason is illness, this is due to the unsanctioned immigration of large numbers of East Berliners to the west
Geoff Garrett
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Germany
Media ID 21348668
© Mirrorpix
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> Germany
> Related Images
> Memory Lane Prints
> Mirror
> 0100to0199
> 00115
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Shops & restaurants are closed in East Berlin, Germany 22nd September 1989" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image captures a desolate scene of empty streets and shuttered shops, evoking a sense of eerie stillness. However, behind this seemingly ordinary sight lies an extraordinary story. On that fateful day in September 1989, the closure of these establishments was not merely due to illness as some might assume. Rather, it was a direct consequence of the clandestine mass exodus of East Berliners seeking refuge in the west. This unsanctioned immigration wave had shaken the foundations of an oppressive regime and exposed its inherent flaws. Geoff Garrett's lens skillfully freezes this pivotal moment during the final years leading up to the fall of the Berlin Wall. Through his photograph, we witness not only physical emptiness but also feel the weighty absence left by those who dared to defy their circumstances for freedom and opportunity elsewhere. The significance of this image lies not only in its historical context but also in its ability to convey emotions beyond words. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst darkness and uncertainty, human resilience can prevail against all odds. Memory Lane Prints allows us to revisit such powerful moments through Geoff Garrett's lens – capturing fragments from our collective past that continue to shape our present understanding.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
