During the tense years of the Cold War, an unassuming fleet of aircraft quietly played a life-saving role for millions of Germans living in the Soviet-occupied eastern bloc. These aircraft, known as "Rosinenbomber" or "Raisin Bombers," were part of the massive humanitarian effort known as the Berlin Airlift, which supplied West Berlin with food, fuel, and other essential goods after the Soviet Union blockaded the city in 1948. For almost a year, these aircraft flew day and night, delivering much-needed supplies and defying the Soviet blockade. Their unwavering commitment and determination helped to sustain the people of West Berlin and ultimately contributed to the end of the Soviet blockade, earning them a special place in the annals of Cold War history.
