Hungary 1848 Revolution Memorial

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Hungary 1848 Revolution Memorial Facts & Quotes

• Lajos Batthyany was later elected as the first prime minister of Hungary. Following the war, he was executed along with 13 other leaders.
• The Hungarian revolution was initially successful however after neighbouring Austria failed in its revolution, the Habsburg Empire sought help from the Russian Czar who defeated the Hungarian revolution.
• The war for independence last until August of 1849.
• Lajos Kossuth originally emerged as a leader of the revolution. He fled into exile after the Hungarian army was defeated.
• Rise Up Magyar the Country Calls! - Sandor Petofi, famous poet and prominent figure in 1848 uprising (from Nemzeti Dal)

Hungary 1848 Revolution Memorial Top Events and Things to Do

• Go see the Hungarian Holy Crown and Crown Jewels on display at the Hungarian Parliament. On this holiday, admission to the Parliament to see the display is free.
• Spread awareness for the day on social media by using hashtags such as #1848Revolution, #RevolutionMemorial and #HungarianNationalDay.
• Read a book about Hungarian history to further develop your understanding of the events of 1848-49 and further until Hungary became independent. Some of our suggestions: A Concise History of Hungary, A Will To Survive: A History of Hungary and The Hungarians.
• Attend the festivities on Castle Hill. There are dance and music shows and concerts as well as museums nearby that all offer free entrance on this day.
• Have a Hungarian feast with traditional Hungarian dishes to celebrate the National Day. Try goulash, halaszle, langos, fozelek and somloi galuska.

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