230. The Siege of Budapest
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Hungary's Struggle and Bravery in WWII
This chapter examines Hungary's political maneuverings in early 1944 as leaders sought a separate peace with the Allies against a backdrop of rising threat to the Jewish population. It discusses the brutal regime of the Arrow Cross party, the harrowing deportations of Jews, and the courageous efforts of diplomats like Raoul Wallenberg and Giorgio Palasco who worked to protect lives amid widespread terror. Eyewitness accounts and historical reflections highlight the complex interplay of moral choices and diplomatic deception during this devastating period.
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