East Germany

East Germany, former country (1949–90) that constitutes the northeastern section of present-day Germany.

The Editors of Encyclopaedia BritannicaThis article was most recently revised and updated by J.E. Luebering.

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Article Title: East Germany

Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica

Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.

Date Published: 15 August 2023

Access Date: February 21, 2025