A World Divided
The Berlin Wall is a potent symbol of division in our divided world.
Built at the height of the Cold War, the wall split West from East, Capitalism from Communism, in an ideological confrontation that plunged the world into a constant nuclear threat.
Through more than 200 authentic artefacts, this unique exhibition traces its history and highlights the importance of defending human rights, freedom and democracy.
A key creative and intellectual force behind the exhibition, Paul consulted on the core narrative and developed key educational resources and the audio guide.
The Berlin Wall: A World Divided opens on 14 May at the Cite de l’Architecture et du Patrimonie at the Trocodero in Paris.
Are we still living in a divided world?
We cannot understand the history of the 20th century without mentioning the philosophical, ideological, and geopolitical confrontation symbolized by the Berlin Wall. The exhibition deeply explores the repression carried out by the communist regime of the German Democratic Republic, while highlighting inspiring examples of ordinary citizens fighting for freedom, democracy, and human rights.
More than 30 years after its fall, the Wall remains a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting our democracies against both old and new challenges, which continue to be our best guarantee for peaceful coexistence.
