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Checkpoint Charlie
- Checkpoint Charlie was the designated crossing point between East and West Berlin after the Berlin Wall's initial construction.
- It was named Charlie because it was the third checkpoint, following Alfa and Bravo.
Vienna Meeting
- In 1961, Kennedy and Khrushchev met in Vienna, but their differing views on Berlin created tension.
- Kennedy wanted a solution, but Khrushchev was aggressive, leading to a ramp-up of the situation.
Nuclear Threat
- Both sides had nuclear missiles, creating a scary potential for mistakes.
- The Russians feared a nuclear-armed West Germany, driving their aggressive stance.