The 1956 Hungarian Revolution quickly transformed into a fight for freedom against the Soviets, with significant resistance in outer districts like Pesterzsébet and Soroksár after the second Soviet intervention on November 4.
A unique group led by Strausz Károly, known as “Cigány Karesz,” was notable for being predominantly composed of Roma fighters, who made up about 5-8% of the insurgents according to previous research.
This group was among the last to resist Soviet forces, continuing their fight even after major centers of resistance had been defeated, highlighting their determination and cohesion under Strausz’s strict leadership.
- Miért harcolt ’56-ban sok roma a végsőkig a szovjetek ellen? In: 24.hu. https://24.hu/belfold/2026/10/30/otvenhatunk-forradalom-roma-felkelok-strausz-osztag-24extra/
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