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     • Nagy, Imre (1896–1958) Hungarian statesman, premier (1953–55, 1956). He enacted liberal reforms of the Hungarian economy and society. Under pressure from the Soviet Union, Nagy was dismissed from the Hungarian Communist Party. The Hungarian Revolution (1956) led to Nagy's reinstatement as premier.
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   When did Nagy become famous?

   • Nagy was thrust onto the world stage during the last weeks of October 1956 as Hungarian students and workers rose in revolt against an unpopular and repressive Communist regime and battled Soviet troops in the streets of Budapest.

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   What was Nagy's role in Hungary?

   • He held several positions in the pro-Soviet government there, including ministerial portfolios in agriculture, food and the interior. Nagy oversaw much need land reforms, redistributing land to local peasants. In July 1953 Nagy became the prime minister of Hungary, replacing hardline Stalinist Matyas Rakosi.

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   Why is Nagy so important today?

   • Today, Nagy is remembered primarily for his role in 1956 so that even mainstream parties of the Right will only offer mild criticisms, even if they distance themselves. Most of his life prior to 1953 is overlooked or forgotten, as if his actions in 1956 absolved him of this period.

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   Why was Nagy a communist?

   • Born in western Hungary to a poor family, Nagy joined the Austro-Hungarian army in 1915 and fought against the Russians in World War I. In 1916 he was captured and detained in Russia for the rest of the war. During this period he became a communist after being exposed to the ideas of Marx and Lenin.

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   Imre Nagy (Hungarian: [ˈimrɛ ˈnɒɟ]; 7 June 1896 – 16 June 1958) was a Hungarian communist politician who served as Chairman of the Council of Ministers (de facto Prime Minister) of the Hungarian People's Republic from 1953 to 1955.

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   Jun 12, 2024 · Imre Nagy (born June 7, 1896, Kaposvár, Hung., Austria-Hungary—died June 16, 1958, Budapest, Hung.) was a Hungarian statesman, independent Communist, and premier of the 1956 revolutionary government whose attempt to establish Hungary’s independence from the Soviet Union cost him his life.

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   May 25, 2015 · Imre Nagy led the Hungarians in the 1956 Hungarian Uprising. As Prime Minister, Nagy knew that he was taking a huge risk – a risk that end w

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   Jul 9, 2024 · Imre Nagy is undoubtedly one of the towering figures in 20th-century Hungary, having had a significant impact on the current of history twice within his lifetime and again 31 years after his death.

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   Oct 20, 2016 · Nagy was an implausible hero. A portly, 60-year-old with a distinctive walrus mustache who liked to take his grandchildren for ice cream at Café Gerbeaud and rooted for Honved, the Hungarian Army’s soccer club, Nagy didn’t fit the romantic Hollywood image of a revolutionary leader.

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   1989: Hungary reburies fallen hero Imre Nagy. Former Communist prime minister Imre Nagy, the man who symbolises the 1956 Hungarian uprising, has been given a formal public funeral 31 years...

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    Imre Nagy (1896-1958) was a Hungarian socialist politician and a significant leader of the 1956 Hungarian Uprising. He was executed for his involvement in this uprising. Born in western Hungary to a poor family, Nagy joined the Austro-Hungarian army in 1915 and fought against the Russians in World War I. In 1916 he was captured and detained in ...