Soviet Invasion

Question 1

Why did Khrushchev order a Soviet invasion of Hungary in 1956?

Answer 1

Khrushchev ordered the invasion because he was concerned that Nagy’s proposals could lead to Hungary breaking away from the Warsaw Pact, potentially causing other Eastern European countries to follow suit.

Question 2

What was the outcome of the Soviet invasion of Hungary?

Answer 2

Up to 20,000 Hungarians were killed as Soviet forces re-established control, and a new pro-communist government was set up under Janos Kadar.

Question 3

What happened on November 4, 1956, in Budapest?

Answer 3

Soviet tanks rolled into Budapest as part of the invasion of Hungary.

Question 4

What happened to Imre Nagy, the leader of Hungary during the uprising?

Answer 4

Imre Nagy was later executed by the new pro-communist government set up after the Soviet invasion.

Question 5

How did Khrushchev describe Imre Nagy’s execution?

Answer 5

Khrushchev described Nagy’s execution as ‘a lesson to all the leaders of Socialist countries.’