Historical eventOctober 231956

Hungarian Revolution of 1956

The Hungarian Revolution began as a peaceful student demonstration that attracted thousands while marching through central Budapest to the parliament building.

70th anniversary in 2026

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When
Tuesday, October 23 195670 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
20th century · 1950s
Anniversary
70th in 2026
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Dates: From 1956.

What happened

The Hungarian Revolution began as a peaceful student demonstration that attracted thousands while marching through central Budapest to the parliament building.

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October 23 1956 — 70 years ago, on a Tuesday.

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