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Berlin Airlift

Definition: The Berlin Airlift refers to the massive humanitarian operation undertaken by the Western Allies during the Cold War to supply provisions to the citizens of West Berlin after the Soviet Union blocked all land and water access to the city from 1948 to 1949.

Senses/Usages:

1. Noun:
• Airlift: The act of transporting supplies, mainly food and fuel, to West Berlin by air during the blockade.
• Historical Event: Refers to the specific period from June 24, 1948, to May 12, 1949, when the Berlin Airlift took place.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Berlin Airlift, one of the most significant humanitarian operations in history, allowed West Berlin to survive the Soviet blockade.
2. The Western Allies organized a massive airlift to transport essential supplies to the stranded citizens of West Berlin.
3. During the Berlin Airlift, pilots worked tirelessly to ensure a steady flow of provisions to the beleaguered city.

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