World History

World History stories covering key events, empires, wars and civilizations shaping our modern world.
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“Island of Rabbits” or “Island of Lepers”? Explore the interesting history of Margaret Island

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Budapest’s Metro line 1 receives international recognition as an outstanding technical development

Zavikon Island bridge Hungarian

Check out the story of one of the world’s shortest bridge that was owned by Hungarians

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3 significant events in Hungarian history connected to the 20th year of previous centuries

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Catastrophic economic projects of the Hungarian communists: the Hungarian housing project in Libya

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Jobbik MEP Gyöngyösi: COVID-19 is a historic test for the EU

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Handwashing can save lives: from the Hungarian “father of hand hygiene” to the colourful posters

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The greatest Hungarian boxers

IV Károly Last King Eskütétel Oath

The death of the last Hungarian king was caused by a virus

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The ten deadliest pandemics that changed the world forever

The rulers of Europe throughout history – VIDEO

Andrássy Avenue, Budapest, Hungary

Let’s explore Budapest’s Andrássy Avenue virtually – PHOTOS

Koháry Ferenc József

History of the Hungarian Koháry family and their influence on royal blood all over Europe

Happy Hungarian-Polish Friendship Day!

Phoenix, Debrecen, Hungary

Four incredible Hungarian fountains you need to see at least once – PHOTOS

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Hungarian superstitions on the day of vernal (spring) equinox

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March 15 – President: Freedom, loyalty give March 15’s strength

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5 interesting facts about the Hungarian National Day, March 15

March 15 Hungary

Why do Hungarians celebrate March 15 so vehemently?

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First female doctor, lawyer or pilot in Hungary? These ladies wrote history

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Olympic flame lit for Tokyo 2020 in Games’ birthplace

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Festetics Palace – The most visited historical building in Hungary

Pannonhalma Archabbey, Hungary

Pannonhalma Archabbey – The most remarkable historical place in Hungary

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Women in politics: Hungary is lagging far behind

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UN celebrates Women’s Day, envisages Generation Equality

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Government cancels March 15 state celebrations over coronavirus concerns

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Hungarian aszú appearing in world literature

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Trianon: It was realistic 100 years ago that Hungary disappears from the maps

Szent Korona Saint Crown of Hungary

Anniversary – Holy Crown of Hungary returned to its homeland 230 years ago

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Hungarian Castles to be renovated ASAP!

The Buda Castle Hill Funicular, a tourist attraction of Budapest, turned 150 years old 2020

Funicular of Budapest turns 150 years old – Photos

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The most famous Hungarian animals to be proud of – PHOTOS

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Visitors admire Hungarian treasures at New York MET exhibition – PHOTOS

Daily News Hungary

Hungary’s unlikely connection to the Nordics

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Did you know that Master Orbán’s cannons brought down the walls of Istanbul for the Ottomans?

Victims of communism remembered at monument of national martyrs

Prehistoric fossils

Three fascinating places in Hungary with prehistoric fossils

Garegin Nzdeh

75th anniversary of VE: The monument to Garegin Nzdeh as a test for Nikol Pashinyan

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Cabinet responds to ‘dumping’ Nobel laureate Kertész from national curriculum

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Trianon peace treaty 100: was there a chance to preserve Greater Hungary?

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