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1956-os Forradalom — October 23 National Day

October 29th, 1956

Former Communist leaders flee to Moscow

● The former communist leaders including Ernő Gerő and András Hegedüs flee overnight to Moscow aboard Soviet planes

Heavy fighting against Soviet troops continues

● Revolutionaries assume ceasefire does not apply to Soviets
● Battles continue in the 8th and 9th districts

Mass uncertainty prevails

● In Ózd rumours circulate that disbanded ÁVH are firing at rebels
● In a frenzy, a crowd lynches three people