Peter Hidas

Peter Hidas, a 91-year-old former Hungarian law student and participant in the 1956 uprising, shares his gripping firsthand account of the event that defied Soviet tyranny. He reflects on the hope that ignited the movement and how symbols like the cut-out flag signified the demand for a true Hungarian identity. Hidas highlights the courage of students and the crucial role of women in the revolution. With parallels drawn to modern youth-led protests, he warns against contemporary autocrats like Orban, who betray the legacy of freedom fighters.