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The GDR Wildlife: How East Germany Protected Its Forests
When the Berlin Wall went up in 1961, it didn't just divide a city—it created an accidental nature reserve. The death strip, with its minefields and patrol roads, became a refuge for rare birds, wild boar, and even the elusive lynx. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how East Germany's environmental policies, from the 'Nationalparkprogramm' of the 1970s to the grassroots activism of the 1980s, shaped conservation behind the Iron Curtain. They discuss the Green Belt project that today runs along the former border, the role of the Stasi in monitoring eco-protesters, and…
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