Bernd Sievert
Bernd Sievert is known for his dramatic escape attempt from East Germany in 1961, which became one of the most documented attempts to flee over the Berlin Wall. During a visit from foreign diplomats, Sievert believed that the shooting orders against defectors were temporarily suspended and made a run for freedom, only to be shot and captured by border guards. His attempt highlighted the dangerous realities of life in a divided Germany and the lengths to which individuals would go to escape oppression.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,173 | $700,000 | 499$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 6,173 | $700,000 | 499$ |
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Bernd Sievert was a DDR citizen who attempted to flee to the West during the Cold War.
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