Historical Commission on the SED

The Historical Commission on the SED (Socialist Unity Party) was established in Germany to investigate and analyze the political and social history of the SED, which ruled East Germany from 1949 until the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. The commission's aim is to understand the party's role in the state, its policies, and the impact on society, as well as to address the legacy of communism in East Germany. By researching documents and gathering testimonies, the commission contributes to a deeper understanding of this period in history, its challenges, and its historical consequences.