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  • 1956 - The Hungarian Revolution - We Forgive, But Will Never Forget

    The Hungarian Revolution of 1956 was a spontaneous nationwide revolt against the Stalinist government of Hungary and its Soviet-imposed policies, lasting from 23 October until 10 November 1956.



    It began as a student demonstration which attracted thousands as it marched through central Budapest to the Parliament building. A student delegation entering the radio building in an attempt to broadcast its demands was detained. When the delegation's release was demanded by the demonstrators outside, they were fired upon by the State Security Police (ÁVH) from within the building. The news spread quickly and disorder and violence erupted throughout the capital.



    The revolt spread quickly across Hungary, and the government fell. Thousands organized into militias, battling the State Security Police (ÁVH) and Soviet troops. Impromptu councils wrested municipal control from the Communist Party, and demanded political changes. The new government formally disbanded the ÁVH, declared its intention to withdraw from the Warsaw Pact and pledged to re-establish free elections. By the end of October, fighting had almost stopped and a sense of normality began to return.



    Freedom gained victory over suppression and terror - but only temporarily.



    On 4 November, a large Soviet force invaded Budapest and other regions of the country. Hungarian resistance continued until 10 November. An estimated 2,500 Hungarians died, and 200,000 more fled as refugees. Thousand were arrested, imprisoned and deported to the Soviet Union, many without evidence. Approximately 200,000 Hungarians fled Hungary, some 26,000 were put on trial by the Kádár government, and of those 13,000 were imprisoned.



    By January 1957, the new Soviet-installed government had suppressed all public opposition. These Soviet actions alienated many Western Marxists, yet strengthened Soviet control over Central Europe, cultivating the perception that communism was both irreversible and monolithic. It showed the world that communism is not just an incoherent ideology, but also a brutal way of oppressing political and civil freedom, and wrecking the lives of hundreds millions of people.



    Public discussion about this revolution was suppressed in Hungary for over 30 years, but since the thaw of the 1980s it has been a subject of intense study and debate. At the inauguration of the Third Hungarian Republic in 1989, 23 October was declared a national holiday.

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    Last Activity: April 18, 2023 06:01 PM

    75 member(s)
  • The Funny Pictures Guild

    Post your funny pictures here! At least this isn't considered spam, as it's in a usergroup.



    -Artorius Maximus

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    Last Activity: May 24, 2020 03:45 AM

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  • General Skywalker-Fanclub

    Hell, I'm sooooooo AWESOME!!! :) :) :)

    Category: Uncategorized
    Last Activity: April 08, 2012 08:16 PM

    9 member(s)
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  • Hummus Lovers

    This idea was created by Lewegal and group created by me (The Dark Legion). If you are Middle Eastern or not, and hummus happens to be your favorite appetizer, then this group is for you!



    Some info taken from Wikipedia on Hummus:



    Hummus (also spelled hamos, houmous, hommos, hommus, hummos, hummous or humus; see romanization of Arabic) is a dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic. Hummus is a popular food in various local forms throughout the Middle Eastern world.[1]



    Serving methods vary in Lebanon, Palestine, Syria Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Greece, Israel and Oman.

    Category: Uncategorized
    Last Activity: March 16, 2014 11:10 AM

    25 member(s)
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  • A.S.E.A.N

    Southeast Asians :)+ ppl who love to travel in this region

    Category: Uncategorized
    Last Activity: December 23, 2013 11:35 AM

    44 member(s)
    Latest Discussion:
    Pakistan Tourism
  • "Concilium Plebis"? Bah!

    For those of us who think the idea of a "Concilium

    Plebis" is a ridiculous idea. This proposed institution would virtually eliminate the motivation to become a citizen and would render the rank somewhat meaningless. We must rally together, citizens, and oppose this!



    Plebeians welcome also.

    Category: Uncategorized
    Last Activity: November 01, 2015 10:15 PM

    49 member(s)
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    "Concilium Plebis"? Bah!
  • Aqulia's Tent

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    Category: Uncategorized
    Last Activity: March 08, 2012 10:50 AM

    7 member(s)
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    Parlay with Armenia
  • Nationalists

    A piece of paper does not a countryman make. For those who believe in the Natio, and wish to preserve it in face of mass immigration and cultural change, this group is for you.

    Category: Uncategorized
    Last Activity: March 10, 2020 06:53 PM

    12 member(s)
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  • İSLAM-Turk Unity

    İslam and Turk unity social groups..

    La İlahe İllallah Muhammedun Resulullah (s.a.v)

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    Last Activity: July 25, 2014 07:43 AM

    24 member(s)
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    salam
  • Rest in Peace Jeb Brothers

    In memory of the terrible Jeb banning of '09

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    Last Activity: June 15, 2012 03:40 PM

    4 member(s)
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