On 15 March 1921, a single gunshot rang out on the busy Hardenbergstraße near Berlin’s Zoo Station. Talaat Pasha lay dead. His assassin? Soghomon Tehlirian, a survivor seeking justice for the Armenian people in what became known as Operation Nemesis.

To mark the end of the 2024 season here are some pay-what-you-want history tours!

Explore the graves of revolutionaries, spies, artists, and heroes with our Friedrichsfelde Cemetery guide – a journey through Berlin’s communist history like no other. From Rosa Luxemburg to Markus Wolf, there’s loads to explore. Listen or read along on this special walk through one of Berlin’s most impressive cemeteries.

History Flakes is back with a chilling dive into F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu, the 1922 horror classic that redefined fear on screen. Murnau’s journey from Berlin’s avant-garde to Hollywood success was marked by groundbreaking techniques, eerie lost films, and a tragic early death. His impact on horror remains, as does the mystery surrounding his grave…

Ten great podcasts about Berlin. Discover the history Berlin and Germany in podcast form!

Anita Berber was the notorious queen of Weimar Berlin’s cabaret scene—a dancer whose scandalous performances and wild lifestyle shocked and captivated an entire city. From her provocative dances to her infamous love affairs and violent outbursts, Berber's infamous story is not to be missed!

Germany’s oldest football club date all the way back to 1888. Discover the story of the brith of German football here!

Find out the three best places to view the Berlin Wall today. Whether you want photos or a wealth of free information, this article is what you’re looking for!

Have you seen my Berlin history videos? Do you want to visit these amazing places and discover Berlin history for yourself? Discover more than 100 of my videos on an interactive map: plan your own Berlin adventure!

Discover how Berlin's colossal Flak Towers shielded its people from Allied bombs during WWII. These fortress-like structures housed powerful anti-aircraft guns and provided vital shelter for thousands. Explore their construction, role in air raids, and what’s left of them today!

Tune into History Flakes to uncover the chilling story of Paul Ogorzow, the S-Bahn Murderer. In early 1940s Berlin, Ogorzow exploited WWII blackouts to commit his crimes, shielded by a press ban on news the Nazis feared was demoralising. Discover Ogorzow’s crime spree and eventual downfall on History Flakes - The Berlin History Podcast.

The incredible story of a doctor who faced an unimaginable choice under the Nazis: his profession or his wife. Learn about Friedrich & Toni Jacobs and their courageous decisions during the Third Reich & WWII.

Discover stories of Cold War Berlin through two remarkable maps from 1957 and 1966. From hidden Ghost Stations to the gaping void of West Berlin, these maps reveal a city divided yet intricately connected.

A huge brawl between Hamburg carpenters and organised crime in 1920s, Weimar-era Berlin.

The first episode of History Flakes - The Berlin History Podcast is here. Check us out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more!

Explore Berlin during the 1936 Olympic Games with this high resolution map. The Games were a time of excitement, fear, and intrigue. Learn about the history of the Games, and what’s still out there to see today.

Want to discover as much of Cold War Berlin as you can? This is a great place to start. Updated for 2024, now with over 100 fascinating Berlin Cold War locations to discover.

On the hunt for Berlin’s lost Weimar-era bars with Dr. Finn Ballard. Check out our video walk together, photos of the ‘lost bars’ and follow a mapped-out self-guided walk!

Where to find the best Currywurst in Berlin, including traditional and vegan options. Discover Currywurst all over Berlin in this comprehensive guide, including an interactive map.

Explore the best Berlin beer gardens including beer gardens in the centre of town, beer gardens loved by locals, and the most scenic beer gardens Berlin has to offer.