Historical Events tagged with "josef mindszenty"
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Politics & Government
Cardinal Mindszenty Arrested for Treason in Hungary
December 26th, 1948 76 years ago
Cardinal József Mindszenty was arrested in Hungary, charged with treason and conspiracy by the communist government. This action was part of a broader campaign to suppress the Catholic Church's influence amidst the rising power of the communist regime. The arrest occurred in Budapest, where Mindszenty was a prominent figure advocating for religious freedom and opposing totalitarian rule. His arrest was widely condemned internationally and highlighted the escalating religious persecution in Eastern Europe.
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