The Berlin Airlift began on June 26, 1948, in response to the Soviet blockade of West Berlin.

The Soviets blockaded West Berlin in an attempt to force the Western Allies to withdraw from Berlin, prevent them from supplying West Berlin, and pressure them into recognizing East Germany.

The Western Allies responded to the Soviet blockade by organizing an airlift to supply West Berlin.

The Western Allies made over 200,000 flights during the Berlin Airlift.

The Western Allies delivered over 2 million tons of cargo to West Berlin during the airlift.

The Berlin Airlift lasted for 11 months, from June 26, 1948, to May 12, 1949.

The outcome of the Berlin Airlift was that the Soviets lifted the blockade of West Berlin.

The Berlin Airlift demonstrated the resolve of the Western Allies to defend their interests in Europe, helped to prevent the outbreak of a third world war, and led to the reunification of Germany.

The C-47 Skytrain was the primary aircraft used by the Western Allies during the Berlin Airlift.

Operation Vittles was the name of the operation that coordinated the Berlin Airlift.

Over 200,000 people were involved in the Berlin Airlift.

The cost of the Berlin Airlift was over $200 million.

The Berlin Airlift saved the people of West Berlin from starvation, boosted their morale, and showed them the support of the Western Allies.

The Berlin Airlift is a symbol of the Cold War, a reminder of the importance of international cooperation, and a testament to the human spirit.