Hungary
Historical Events
895 - Foundation of the Principality of Hungary
Álmos and his son Árpád established the Principality of Hungary through conquest.
1000 - Christian Kingdom of Hungary
King Stephen I ascended the throne and converted Hungary into a Christian kingdom.
1526 - Battle of Mohács
Hungary's forces were defeated by the Ottomans, marking the start of foreign domination.
1541 - Capture of Buda
The Ottomans captured Buda, leading to the division of Hungary into three parts.
1699 - Treaty of Karlowitz
Ottomans recognized the loss of Ottoman Hungary, paving the way for Habsburg rule.
1867 - Austro-Hungarian Monarchy Established
A compromise led to the establishment of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy.
1920 - Treaty of Trianon
Hungary's borders were redrawn, resulting in significant territorial and demographic losses.
1944 - Hungary Joins Axis Powers
Hungary entered World War II on the side of the Axis powers, leading to devastating consequences.
1956 - Hungarian Revolution
A failed revolution against Soviet influence marked a significant moment in Hungary's history.
1989 - Transition to Democracy
Hungary peacefully transitioned into a democratic parliamentary republic during the Revolutions of 1989.
2004 - Hungary Joins the European Union
Hungary became a member of the European Union, enhancing its international presence.
2007 - Hungary Joins Schengen Area
Hungary became part of the Schengen Area, promoting free movement across European borders.