The history of the Fehrensehturm is fascinating. The guy who got it built basically lied and embezzled government money to make it happen.
He also wanted to surround the Alexanderplatz park with Commie Block housing. They only got two of the buildings built (fortunately). His full plan included tearing down the Berlin Cathedral, Marienkirche Cathedral, and the Humboldt Forum. Those are all Berlin icons today.
The history of the Fehrensehturm is fascinating. The guy who got it built basically lied and embezzled government money to make it happen.
He also wanted to surround the Alexanderplatz park with Commie Block housing. They only got two of the buildings built (fortunately). His full plan included tearing down the Berlin Cathedral, Marienkirche Cathedral, and the Humboldt Forum. Those are all Berlin icons today.