István Horthy
Hungarian fighter pilot and deputy regent
Born
September 12th, 1904
120 years ago
Died
August 20th, 1942
82 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Hungary
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Served as a fighter pilot during World War II, participating in various missions in the Eastern Front. Held the position of deputy regent of Hungary under Miklós Horthy from 1944 until the end of the war. Involved in political and military affairs during a tumultuous period in Hungarian history. Post-war, faced challenges as Hungary transitioned away from a monarchy.
Served as a fighter pilot in World War II
Held the position of deputy regent of Hungary
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