Western Allies wanted to strengthen Germany so that it would not fall under Soviet control. To effectively rebuild the nation, i
t was also necessary to create economic independence. Therefore, using funding approved by the Marshall Plan, the Western Allies developed industries in Germany. They also held on tightly to control over by using airlifts to supply food during a blockade of the city.
The Western Allies developed industries in Germany because the Marshall plan was only for countries following the American Economic model. They also held on tightly to Berlin. In fact--Western Berlin was controlled by Allies which supplied food and other essential goods.
