Obverse. Photo © Magyar Nemzeti Bank
  • 3000 Forint 2023, Hungary, Hungarian National Memorial Sites, Military Memorial Park at Pákozd
  • 3000 Forint 2023, Hungary, Hungarian National Memorial Sites, Military Memorial Park at Pákozd
Description

Hungarian historical landmarks hold profound significance as sites of memory, revered for their national, religious, regional, or minority importance. While they often boast remarkable architectural features, their primary value lies in their historical significance. According to legislation, a national memorial site can encompass either a constructed setting or a natural locale where a pivotal event from the past, shaping the nation's trajectory, or a significant state decision has unfolded, deemed worthy of national remembrance.

Distinguished national memorial sites serve as crucial touchstones in both Hungarian history and the history of the Hungarian State. They offer visitors a window into the pivotal events, tragedies, and triumphs that have shaped Hungary's past. Presently (as of 2024), the country boasts sixty-four recognized historical landmarks, designated as such by government decree following recommendations from the National Memorial and Mourning Committee. The National Heritage Institute ensures their consistent identification, erecting markers that not only uniformly distinguish the landmarks but also succinctly convey their significance to interested parties.

Engraver: Mercédesz Molnár

Obverse

Depicts an overhead view of the Military Memorial Park Pákozd national memorial site, surrounded by an outer ring. In the outer ring, the circular inscription reads "MILITARY MEMORIAL PARK • PÁKOZD" at the top and "NATIONAL MEMORIAL SITE" at the bottom. The emblem of national memorial sites is on the left side, and the engraver's privy mark is on the right side.

The battle that took place on September 29, 1848, in the Pákozd-Sukoró area marks the onset of the Hungarian War of Independence. Here, the Hungarian Honvéd Army defended the gains of the revolution and the April laws, compelling the numerically superior army of Croatian Ban Jellasics to retreat. This victory held significant symbolic importance for Hungarian defense, particularly due to its moral impact. Since 1992, September 29 has been recognized as the Day of the Land Forces.

The Pákozd Military Memorial Park - National Memorial Site was established to honor the battle of Pákozd-Sukoró on September 29, 1848, featuring an obelisk erected in 1951. Revamped in 2010, the memorial site aims to present the history of the Hungarian Honvédség established in 1848, recount major military events of the past 175 years, and commemorate both recognized and lesser-known military heroes of these eras. Pákozd stands as a central memorial for the Hungarian Honvédség, honoring not only the battle's casualties but also those who suffered under tyranny. The Don Chapel pays homage to Hungarian heroes fallen in World War II, while a monument to peacekeepers commemorates Hungarian soldiers who sacrificed in foreign lands to maintain peace.

KATONAI EMLÉKPARK • PÁKOZD
MMD
NEMZETI EMLÉKHELY

Reverse

Depicts the obelisk created by sculptor Gyula Kiss Kovács in 1951 to commemorate the Battle of Pákozd fought on September 29, 1848. In the background are the surroundings of the Military Memorial Park Pákozd national memorial site and Lake Velence. To the top right of the depiction, in a circular inscription, is "HUNGARY," with the denomination and "FORINT" in two lines in the center. To the left of the obelisk depiction, in the center, are the mint mark "BP." and the year of issue "2023" in two lines.

MAGYARORSZÁG
3000
FORINT
1848
2023
BP.

Edge

3000 Forint

Hungarian National Memorial Sites
Military Memorial Park at Pákozd

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Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Bronze Plated Copper
Weight 18.4 g
Diameter 37 mm
Thickness 2.7 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Budapest Mint (BP)

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