56 Stories

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The desire to be free causes ordinary people to perform extraordinary deeds. In "56 Stories"you will find compelling first-person accounts of Hungarian Americans who were participants in the unforgettable days of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. As we commemorate the Revolution's 50th anniversary, these stories of determination and courage Inspire us still.
Laura Bush
The 1956 Hungarian uprising against Soviet occupation was the defining moment for Hungary In the 20th century and a defining event of the Cold War. The 1956 Revolution was one of the brightest moments In the long struggle of the Hunganan people for their freedom and independence. "56 Stories" is an extraordinary collection of personal accounts of average Hungarians who rallied against the Soviets, risked their lives, and faced Incredible odds. By their exceptional heroism, these ordinary people made an Indelible mark on the history of the last century.
Tom Lantos U.S. Congressman
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The desire to be free causes ordinary people to perform extraordinary deeds. In "56 Stories"you will find compelling first-person accounts of Hungarian Americans who were participants in the unforgettable days of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. As we commemorate the Revolution's 50th anniversary, these stories of determination and courage Inspire us still.
Laura Bush
The 1956 Hungarian uprising against Soviet occupation was the defining moment for Hungary In the 20th century and a defining event of the Cold War. The 1956 Revolution was one of the brightest moments In the long struggle of the Hunganan people for their freedom and independence. "56 Stories" is an extraordinary collection of personal accounts of average Hungarians who rallied against the Soviets, risked their lives, and faced Incredible odds. By their exceptional heroism, these ordinary people made an Indelible mark on the history of the last century.
Tom Lantos U.S. Congressman
"56 Stories" is a fascinating collection of testimonies of heroism, incredible courage and sacrifice made by Hungarians who later became Americans. On the 50th anniversary we must remember the historical significance of the 1956 Revolution that exposed the brutality and inhumanity of the Soviets, and led, in due course, to freedom for Hungary and an untold number of others.
George Herbert Walker IN
Ambassador of the United States to Hungary 2003-2006
The Hungarian Revolution was one of those rare historic events written by ordinary people, not leaders. This is their story, in their own stirring, heartbreaking words. Read it and remember. Read It and weep, as I did, recalling my childhood memories and the bravery of my own parents.
KatI Marton Author ar\d Human Rights Activist
History is made up of many stories of many people. It is the decisions of individuals that can turn the tides of history. That is why we can best learn and understand history through personal stories; that is exactly what the book "56 Sior/es" offers us about the 1956 Hungarian Revolution.
Dr. János Ralner Historian Director, 1956 Institute
Whoever does not recognize and use the language of the next generations, locks away his own and his community's history from the young. This book, "56 Stories," is the dynamic garland of fifty six stunning recollections, and sixty five destinies. While the dry, sober voice of scholars often scares off the reader, it's not the same with personal stories. If I pick up this book, there I am on the streets of Budapest. I am among those who lived through those days, who did not fear to fight or to live. From them I learn the meaning of freedom, and that there is no price we would not give for it.
Dr. Mária Schmidt Historian Director, House of Terror Museum Vissza