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What was the Bundeswehr?

The Bundeswehr was the official name for the armed forces of West Germany. It included the army, the air force, and the navy. This group was very important for keeping peace in Europe for many years.

The Bundeswehr was officially created in November 1955. This happened right after West Germany decided to join a group called NATO. By joining this group, West Germany gained new allies and partners.

Why was Germany not allowed a military after World War II?

After World War II ended in 1945, the winning countries did not want Germany to have an army anymore. They worried that a new German military could start another big fight. Because of this, they made a rule that Germany had to stay unarmed for a decade.

What did the Bundeswehr do in the Cold War?

During the Cold War, the Bundeswehr worked hard to protect Western Europe. They acted as a shield against the Soviet Union, which was a very powerful country nearby. Their job was to stand ready and help keep the area safe from any sudden attacks.

What happened in 1990?

In 1990, East Germany and West Germany finally joined together to become one single country again. When this happened, the Bundeswehr changed to represent the whole nation instead of just the West. This was a very big moment in history for all of Germany.

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Bundeswehr

The Bundeswehr was the armed forces of West Germany. It was formed in 1955 after West Germany joined NATO.

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After World War II, Germany was not allowed to have a military. In 1955, West Germany created the Bundeswehr when it joined NATO. The Bundeswehr helped defend Western Europe during the Cold War. When East and West Germany reunited in 1990, the Bundeswehr became the military of the whole country.

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