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One of the brave women of Eger -- on the final day of the siege, when the men had all completely tired, the women ascended the crumbling walls and poured hot oil and soup on the advancing Turks. Their courage and initiative saved the fortress.

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The Fortress of Eger

May 25th 2007
The Fortress of Eger Europe » Hungary » Eger By korossylMay 25th 2007 I'm pretty much living a dream. In 1552, 2,000 Hungarians under the command of Capt. István Dobó engaged the Turkish forces under bashas Ali ... read more

Europe » Hungary » Northern Hungary » Eger

Hungary was part of the polyglot Austro-Hungarian Empire, which collapsed during World War I. The country fell under Communist rule following World War II. In 1956, a revolt and announced withdrawal from the Warsaw Pact were met with a massive milita... ... read more

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