23 oct. 1956 - Hungarian Revolution of 1956
Description:
Hungarians revolted against Soviet forces and the State Protection Authority (the brutal secret police).3,000 civilians were killed during the 3 weeks of battle. The uprising was deminished and the Soviets claimed victory.
It is known as "the first rip in the Cold War's Iron Curtain."
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
23 oct. 1956
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 67 ans
