Hungarian Uprising Flashcards
What event led Satellite states to seek freedom from communism?
The Death of Stalin
This event created a perception of opportunity among Satellite states to challenge communist control.
What was the main reason for the Hungarian Uprising?
Opposition to the communist regime
The Uprising was driven by a desire for change and freedom from Soviet influence.
Who became Prime Minister of Hungary in 1953?
Imre Nagy
He replaced Mátyás Rákosi during the period of destalinization.
What did Imre Nagy want to do regarding the USSR’s Warsaw Pact?
Leave the Warsaw Pact
This move angered Nikita Khrushchev, who was concerned about appearing weak.
What action did Khrushchev take in response to the Hungarian Uprising?
Sent 1,000 tanks and Warsaw Pact troops to Hungary
This military intervention aimed to suppress the uprising and restore control.
How many Hungarians were killed during the uprising?
20,000
This figure reflects the violent suppression of the rebellion by Soviet forces.
What was the last telegram sent by Hungary to the West during the uprising?
Help, help, help
This message signified Hungary’s desperate plea for assistance, which ultimately did not arrive.
Who led the new pro-USSR government in Hungary after the uprising?
Janos Kadar
His leadership marked a return to strict communist control following the uprising.
What happened to Imre Nagy two years after the uprising?
He was kidnapped and executed
His fate illustrates the harsh reprisals against those who opposed the Soviet regime.
