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Which holidays commemorate the Hungarian Revolutions of 1848 and 1956?

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In Hungary, the two revolutions are commemorated on the following national holidays:

  • March 15: This day commemorates the Revolution of 1848, during which liberal reformers led by Lajos Kossuth sought national liberation and political reform through the March Laws.1
  • October 23: This day commemorates the Revolution of 1956, which began as a student-led protest in Budapest against Soviet-backed policies and evolved into a nationwide uprising for independence.21