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The Hungarian Revolution of 1848, also referred to as the Hungarian Revolution and War of Independence of 1848–1849, was a pivotal event closely tied to the broader European Revolutions of 1848, particularly in the Habsburg regions. Despite its ultimate failure, it remains a defining moment in Hungary's modern history, shaping the nation's identity. The outbreak of the revolution on March 15th is celebrated as one of Hungary's three national holidays. In April 1848, Hungary enacted a democratic parliamentary election law, becoming the third country in Continental Europe to do so. This law transformed the feudal parliament into a representative body, granting extensive voting rights. However, tensions escalated when Austrian monarch Franz Joseph I revoked these laws arbitrarily, leading to conflict with the Hungarian parliament. The subsequent military intervention and defeat of Hungarian forces by a joint Russo-Austrian army restored Habsburg power and placed Hungary under martial law, marking a significant setback for Hungarian aspirations of independence.
Engraver: Ferenc Lebó
Obverse
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Depicts the National Guards' flag and a map of Europe, represented by small flames denoting revolutionary sites. The years of the Revolution are displayed in two rows to the left of the flagpole, while the engraver's name is situated on the right. 1848 |
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Reverse
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Depicts the temporary I class of the Hungarian Military Merit Order of 1848-49, featuring an eight-pointed star adorned with a laurel wreath and double cross at its center. Positioned above is the country name (Hungarian Republic), presented in a semicircular form. In the lower third, consecutive rows exhibit the denomination, mint mark, year of issue, and the engraver's name. MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG |
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150 reeds |