John F. Kennedy's Visit to Germany: The fourth day in Berlin.
It starts with a desperate and ridiculous communist propaganda.
In front of the Brandenburg Gate, which is defaced by flags,
a large board is placedcontaining slogans against West Germany.
Minutes later President Kennedy stands before the Wall for the first time.
The highly guarded monster of political terror,
which the young statesman describes as a symbol of communist failure.
President Kennedy drives through the streets of West Berlin.
Police estimate that 1.5 million Berliners are out and about.
Nothing in recent history can compare to the historical event
taking place in Berlin's streets during these hours.
The Berliners cheer for a man, who is known as cool, factual and sceptical.
But his words on Schöneberg's town hall square
show a different side of Kennedy.
Never before did an American politician formulate a clearer verdict
on Communist politics in Berlin.
Some people say: "We can work with the Communists".
Let them come to Berlin.
Others believe communism is an evil system,
but see it as important for economic progress.
Let them come to Berlin.
Today, in the free world, the proudest boast is:
I am a Berliner.
All free people, wherever they are,
are citizens of Berlin.
And as a free man, I take pride in the words:
I am a Berliner.
Copyright © 2012 TITELBILD, Berlin Subtitles: L. Corper et al.