The last century and a quarter has proved turbulent for Hungary.
In 1900 Hungary was part of the Dual Monarchy of Austria-Hungary under the ageing Emperor Franz Josef. Within 14 years Hungary was engaged in a World War that led to the end of the Monarchy and the creation of an independent nation.
From a short flirtation with Marxism, Hungary swerved to the authoritarian Right under Adm. Horthy. World War Two saw Hungary again on the losing side and finding itself post war part of the Eastern Communist Bloc. With the Fall of Communism, hopes were high but soon dashed.
Today Hungary, despite being a member of the EU, is governed by the authoritarian figure of Viktor Orban.
Join William as he delves into Hungary's history over the past 120 years.
5 May: Early Days 896-1526
12 May: Ottoman Presence 1526-1699
19 May: Habsburg Hungary 1699-1848
26 May: Austro- Hungary 1867-1914
No class 2 June
9 June: First War and the Years of Adam Horthy
16 June: Second World War
23 June: Communist Hungary (incl 1956 Revolution)
30 June: Out of Communism…….
7 July: …..and into Neo-Fascism
William Tyler MBE has a large following at JW3, he is a freelance educator, lecturer, public speaker, writer and consultant with a main focus on History. He was the Principal of The City Lit, Britain’s largest college of adult education. He was his awarded his MBE for services to education. During lockdown William created a much followed blog for those attending his sessions.
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