György Dózsa
Peasant revolt leader in Transylvania
Born
1470
555 years ago
Died
July 20th, 1514
511 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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