György Dózsa

Peasant revolt leader in Transylvania

György Dózsa - Peasant revolt leader in Transylvania
Born

1470
555 years ago

Died

July 20th, 1514
510 years ago — 44 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Hungary

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Led a major peasant revolt in Hungary against the feudal system in 1514. This uprising, primarily involving desperate peasants and laborers, aimed to address social injustices and economic oppression. Dózsa's leadership galvanized the movement and highlighted the grievances of the lower classes. Following initial successes, the revolt faced harsh repression from nobility and royal forces. Dózsa was captured and executed, symbolizing the struggle between the peasantry and the ruling classes of the time.

Led the Dózsa Peasant Revolt

Captured and executed in 1514

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