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Questions about Allied-occupied Germany

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did the Berlin Declaration dissolve the German government?

The Berlin Declaration dissolved the German government on the 5th of June 1945. No sovereign authority remained to negotiate with the Allies after this date.

Which nations divided Germany into four occupation zones under Allied-occupied Germany?

Four nations assumed joint control through the Allied Control Council including the United States, United Kingdom, Soviet Union, and France. This division followed the Potsdam Agreement signed on the 2nd of August 1945.

What were the official food ration levels in the American zone during spring 1946?

Official rations in the American zone dropped to no more than 1,550 calories per day by spring 1946. Some areas received as little as 1,000 calories daily due to severe shortages.

When did the Federal Republic Germany form from three western zones?

Three western zones merged to form Federal Republic Germany on the 3rd of May 1949. The Soviets followed suit October 1949 establishing German Democratic Republic.

Until what year did Belgium maintain forces in Germany after World War II?

Belgian Forces in Germany stayed until end of 2005. This presence continued long after other occupation troops had departed following reunification.