This class is offered in a hybrid format—attend in person at BBC or watch from anywhere in the world.

Three and a half decades after the Berlin Wall fell, Germany stands at a defining moment in its history. This three-session seminar with German historian and OLLI Director Anette Isaacs takes a deep dive into the country's evolving political landscape, the triumphs and tensions of reunification, and the everyday realities of life in modern Germany. From economic and social integration to the rise of new political movements, we will examine the forces shaping Europe’s largest democracy. What lessons can be drawn from the past, and where is Germany headed next? Join Anette for an insightful exploration of a nation still forging its identity.